Festival of Kerala to be inaugurated by CM on Nov 1

Thiruvananthapuram, Oct 27 (UNI) Chief Minister V D Satheesan will inaugurate the state-level 'Festival of Kerala 2026' at Nishagandhi Auditorium here on November 1, coinciding with Kerala Piravi Day, as the state marks 70 years since its formation. The festival will showcase Kerala's cultural heritage, artistic traditions, sporting achievements and social progress, bringing together people from different generations and diverse cultural fields. The inaugural function will begin at 1600 hours, with Health Minister K Muraleedharan presiding over the event. Chief Secretary Biswanath Sinha will deliver the welcome address. Ministers, senior government officials, cultural personalities, artists, sportspersons and members of the…