Tribespeople in Oommen Chandy Colony under the Kanjikuzhy panchayat in Idukki will observe a 7-day mourning for their beloved leader. A lamp has been lit in front of Chandy’s portrait at the colony community hall. Tribal head Sukumaran P.K. said, “As per our custom a lamp is lit when the demise of dear ones is confirmed. It will be kept burning without a break till the body is laid to rest.”
“The seventh day rites will be observed next Wednesday. On these days, each family will keep a part of their daily food for the departed soul. Non-vegetarian dishes will not be allowed in the colony in this period,” said Mr. Sukumaran.
