Alappuzha Farmer's 'Living' Pookkalam Is A Must-See

The floral carpet was designed by cultivating rows of flowering plants directly in his field

- BIJU E PAUL @Alappuzha

Turning tradition into a spectacle of nature, S P Sujith Swaminikarthil, a farmer from Kanjikuzhi, has created an Onam 'pookkalam' unlike any other. Instead of using freshly plucked flowers, Sujith designed his floral carpet by cultivating rows of flowering plants directly in his field.

Over 15 varieties of plants, including bendhi (marigold), vadamulla (globe amaranth), and pichipoo (jasmine variety), were grown in neat, circular rows, forming the pattern of a giant floral carpet. The vibrant colours and textures have transformed his farmland into a living artwork, drawing hundreds of visitors.