Young

Young generation in East are not bothered too much to talk politics.Want to enjoy every bit of life and say have had enough politics in past

Muslims, Tamils

Forget the past: "We want to be friends of Tamils"say Muslims of the East."We want to friends of Muslims" say Tamils of the East.

relaxed

Tight security is relaxed in many parts of the East. It allows civilians to move freely.

smile

"You always travel though this way. Please proceed my Sister" said a Soldier with snowy smile at Onthaachchimadam.

promotions

New stores taking the space in the East. Most products and services reaching the people. Many promotions are taking place on the streets

attention

More attention is being paid to Paasikuda.Many hotels will fill the space soon. Local and foreign tourists slowly slipping into Paasikuda.

remember

People of Paasikuda remember the old happy days when they had huge tourists arrivals.They recall foreigners on Paasikuda beach,and cycling.

hoardings

Hand written hoardings are being put up in Paasikuda for accommodation and meals.

tin sheds

"We are nobody's people. Nobody cares for us"say Tsunami survivors in Saainthamaruthu.55 families, 205 persons still live in tin sheds.

expansion

Roadside shrines are on the move. Due to the expansion of the highways in the East, the shrines are being moved by few miles inland.

offered

Daily prayers and poojas are offered to the roadside shrines although it rains continuously in the East.

villagers

Roadside shrines are decorated with fresh flowers in Blue, Orange, Red,Yellow and White. Despite the downpour villagers keep decorating idols.

variety

Blowing wind brings many birds from other parts of the country to East. It's a beautiful scene to watch variety of birds fly through trees.

cutely

Cranes sit cutely on Cows and Buffaloes in paddy fields during the heavy rain. Scare crows stand still in the middle of the fields.

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