Pookkalam contest on Sept 2

Only 50 teams to be allowed on first come, first served basis

The 10th edition of The Hindu-MetroPlus Pookkalam Contest will be held at HiLite Mall (third floor), Thondayad bypass, here, on September 2.

The contest, first held in 2007, has been witnessing increased participation over the years.

The teams adjudged first, second, and third in the contest will receive a purse of ₹.20,000, ₹12,500, and ₹7,500, respectively. Five teams will get ₹1,500 as consolation prize.

All teams will be given ₹750 as reimbursement for the cost of flowers. There will be special gifts for all participating teams.

Best attire contest

Participants, both women and men, can compete for the best traditional attire contest. The best traditionally dressed team and two individual participants will receive prizes. There will be other contests for participants and visitors. Visitors will be allowed entry from 2.30 p.m.

All teams should register for the contest in advance, over phone on 0495 2760763 or by e-mail to aneesh.kl@thehindu.co.in

Only 50 teams will be allowed for the contest on a first come, first served basis. Each team should have five members, including the team captain.

Three of the members should be women. All team members should be above 15 years of age.

Natural flowers and leaves alone should be used. Flowers required for the pookkalam contest will have to be arranged by the contestants. Institutions can depute a maximum of three teams for the contest. Harmony of colours and shapes and neatness of the pookkalam will be considered by the jury. The decision of the jury will be final.

Family members of the staff of The Hindu and the sponsors are not allowed to participate. Right of selection of the teams will rest with The Hindu.

Kerala Tourism, Poabs Tea, and Sprinkle Salt are the associate sponsors. HiLite Mall is the venue partner, Indian Oil Corporation energy partner, and Focus Shirt gift sponsor.