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student, regrets not being able to visit his aunt’s house in the city, to relish the delicacy. “So, we have decided to try making payasam ourself by watching a Youtube link,” he tells us.

Some denizens plan to share special Onam sadhya (feast), with neighbours. “Right now, it’s not advisable to invite relatives from across the city, so I’ll host my neighbours over lunch,” says Ijaya Nambiar.

Homemaker Gouri R is hoping that Onam ushers in a new beginning for everyone. “I will don the traditional attire and pray for well being of those fighting Covid-19,” she says.

Flower rangolis that are made in households will be clicked and shared online to get likes from friends and family