Kozhikode, July 17, 2013: Kaliyan Utsavam, a reminder of the rural life of yesteryear Kerala will be held at Koyilandy on Wednesday as part of the Rain Festival organised by the Koyilandy municipality. The first day of the month of Karkidakam is the ‘Day of Kaliyan’ who is called upon from across the seas and across the mountains. The festival is being organised to create awareness on the lost way of life among the new generation. ‘Kaliyan Varavu’ will be held at various points across the town with public participation, and will culminate near the stadium. Presentation of endangered art forms and various competitions will be held at the Stadium, a press release here today said.

Source: The Hindu, DT. July 17, 2013.