Thiruvananthapuram: The grand spectacle of 'Keraleeyam,' showcasing Kerala to the world, commences on Wednesday. Chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan will inaugurate the event at the Central Stadium here at 10 AM.

The event will see participation from eminent personalities including representatives from various countries, as well as renowned figures like Kamal Haasan, Mammootty, Mohanlal, Shobhana, Manju Warrier, MA Yousaff Ali, and Ravi Pillai.

For the seven-day Kerala festival, 42 venues, ranging from Kowdiar to East Fort, have been prepared. The event will feature 25 seminars focusing on the future of Kerala, with the participation of over 200 prominent individuals from within and outside the country. More than 4,100 artists will participate in events at 30 different venues in the evening. In addition to these cultural showcases, the event will also host exhibitions, trade fairs, food fairs, film festivals, and more.