Pooradam
is the eighth day of the ten-day-long carnival of Onam. The day holds
significance in Onam festivities. Devotees create clay idols in the shape of
small pyramids called a Ma. As the idol is created on the day of Pooradam,
it is also called Poorada Uttigal. Each Ma is decorated with
flowers. On Pooradam size of the Attha Poo gets further increased due to an addition of design with a different flower. Hectic last minute shopping takes place at this time as people strives to give shape to their creative plans. Massive house cleaning operation starts as people ensure that everything looks neat and tidy when the Onathappan arrives. People also visit friends and relatives and exchange warm greetings of the festive occasion.
