Ezhuthani is a writing instrument used in Kerala. It is just like a pen with sharp edge and that can make scratches on pal leaf. The scratches are making in form of letters and shapes with the help of ezhuthani made from iron.
The modified version of ezhuthani with brass body and golden tip is used during Vidyarambam. The ceremony is mainly on Vijayadashami day. The ezhuthazan write in kids tounge the “Om Hari Sree Ganapathye Namaha” mantra.