meenutada
Meenutada is a traditional cultural festival observed in coastal communities, celebrating maritime life and the livelihoods tied to fishing. The name is drawn from the local language, combining elements often interpreted as fish and light, collectively meaning the light of the sea or blessing of the fish. The festival typically coincides with seasonal cycles and the reopening of fishing activities.
Historically, Meenutada grew from small harbor rites performed by fishermen and villages before becoming a larger
Observances commonly include a morning blessing of boats, a nighttime lantern procession along the harbor or
Geography and timing vary by locality, but most celebrations occur in the post-monsoon window when fishing