Shifting of Onam fair venue kicks up a row in Keralam’s Kozhikode
The relocation of the Supplyco Onam Mega Trade Fair in Kozhikode from the beach to a bus stand area has sparked a political controversy. Opposition parties have criticized the move, arguing that it inconveniences the public during the festive season.
Why it matters
The dispute illustrates how local administrative decisions regarding public events can become flashpoints for political friction.
The shifting of the venue of the Supplyco Onam Mega Trade Fair from the Kozhikode beach to another place in the city has kicked up a political controversy.
According to sources, the fair, which began on August 9 at a 4,000 sq. ft facility at the beach, was abruptly declared closed through an official announcement on Friday (August 21, 2026). The announcement just said that it would conclude on August 22. However, it was later reported that the decision came against the backdrop of a request from the District Tourism Promotion Council that had sought the venue to conduct Onam celebrations. Thereafter, the authorities issued another release on Saturday (August 22, 2026), saying that the fair would continue at the Supplyco’s People’s Bazaar outlet near the moffusil bus stand from Sunday (August 23, 2026).
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