Greetings: Industry and business leaders wish on the occasion of Onam 2020

Yusuffali MA, Chairman, LuLu Group

What's a Malayalee without Onam. A truly national festival which binds everyone irrespective of caste, creed, religion or even nationalities. In fact, Onam is celebrated with more fervour and enthusiasm in the Gulf with almost all nationalities joining in. My earliest memories of Onam are, going around our neighbourhood with friends to collect flowers for Athappoo, Payasams made by best friend's mother, vegetarian Onasadhya at home by my mother, the list goes on. The tradition continues at my home even now in Abu Dhabi, with all my children and grandchildren sitting down together for traditional Sadhya. Though I used to miss few "family Onam" due to my travel schedules. But this year, thanks to Covid-19 restrictions, I am not travelling anywhere and that means I can be with my family at home.
Surely it will not be a celebration time for many of us, rather it would be an occasion to be more conscious towards society, family and to your own health and safety.
I sincerely hope and pray that this Onam will bring about more prosperity and peace to entire mankind and we can soon go ahead with our lives in a normal and safe way.


Karthik Moorthy, Vice-President, Product Management & Marketing, Nikai

It has been a tough year for humanity in general and each of us have had our share of woes during this pandemic. Onam and the state of Kerala are synonymous with the spirit of Sharing and Caring. Kerala and its wonderful citizens have been global ambassadors when it comes to setting an example on how the state manages pandemics and disasters. May this Onam kick start the process of revival as each one of us commence our journey of rebuilding our communities. On behalf of Nikai, we sincerely call upon the Maveli thampuran to visit each of your Homes and share his choicest blessings. Happy Onam!

Sikander Sultan, Chairman, Shan Foods

On the occasion of Onam, we at Shan Foods wish all those celebrating a very happy and blessed Onam.


Ram Kumar Thota, Founder and Managing Director, SRR Building Material Trading LLC

Wishing you all life full of colours as festive as this Onam festival, and as prosperous as the bountiful harvest. On the occasion of Onam,  I pray that your life be filled with abundance love, happiness and success. Be safe, stay protected and cherish beautiful moments of Onam at home during Covid-19. Your safety will protect the world. Happy Onam to all.


Rahul Venugopal, Director, Oasis Chemical Materials Trading Company LLC

My heartful wishes to you on Onam. Happy Onam! May the spirit of Onam remain everywhere in whatever you do, whatever you think and whatever you hope in your life. It is time to welcome the mighty King Mahabali who visit his people once every year on the occasion of Onam. Onam is a festival of joy, celebrations, happiness, love, peace, and humility.




Sumesh Govind, Managing Director, Paragon Group of Restaurants

Onam is Kerala's gift to the world. And, come rain or shine, Keralites will celebrate it with doors wide open for the world to join the festivities. Happy Onam!  



Ankit Dubey, GM MENA, Nutridor Ltd

Festivals add cheer to our lives; it's been a different year, however in these unprecedented times too, the spirit of oneness and fervor among the people of the community is exemplary. While you engage in the traditional celebrations of Onam, please ensure safety and avoid large gatherings. Nutridor Abevia wishes the entire community a very Happy and Prosperous Onam. Enjoy the festival with goodness of Abevia.



Adeeb Ahamed, Managing Director, LuLu Financial Holdings

Onam has always been special for Malayalees across the world, and this year is no different. In these challenging times, the season's spirit of oneness, companionship, and joy is all the strength we need to stay positive and appreciate our values, now more than ever. I wish Malayalees everywhere, a Happy Onam.