Why is Vidyarambham celebrated? For Malayalis, Vidyarambham is an auspicious day on which the elders and children mark the day by writing the sacred words, "Harisree Ganapathayeh Namaha." [Image Source: AI Generated for Petals!] What is the concept of Vidyarambham? The observance of this ritual may differ from region to region, community to community and family to family. Whatever I share here is based on how Vidyarambham is celebrated in my home. [ READ: What to Write During Vidyarambham ] Vidyarambham: How Malayalis observe this sacred day In families where the children are gearing up to enter pre-school or play school and are not yet ready to join the formal schooling system, Vidyarambham marks an important occasion for an elder to introduce them to the world of "vidya" or "knowledge." The words ''Harisree Ganapatha...
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