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THIRUVANANTHAPURAM, KERALA, INDIA, April 14, 2004: Setting aside concerns caused by grim drought conditions gripping the state, Keralites on Wednesday celebrated Vishu with traditional fervor looking ahead to a season of prosperity, plenty and progress. People in Hindu homes woke up in the wee hours to see Vishukkani, the custom of looking at auspicious articles like rice, fruits, gold and flowers tastefully arranged in brass vessels, symbolizing hope and promise. Keeping up the long tradition, elders presented coins to children as part of the custom of Vishukkaineettam. Heavy rush was witnessed at major temples including the Sri Krishna temple in Guruvayur and Lord Ayyappa shrine in Sabarimala. The day also ushered in the Vishu Vilakku festival season in several temples in the Malabar region. A sumptuous Vishu feast comprising typical Kerala delicacies, specially made of seasonal produce like cucumber, mango and jackfruit, was yet another attraction of the day. In north Kerala, people greeted Vishu by bursting crackers in the small hours.

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