11 September /2024 Cultivating Togetherness: Onam Celebration by Staff Association, TKMMC

 

 

Cultivating Togetherness: Onam Celebration by Staff Association, TKMMC

  

               The Staff Association organized a delightful Onam celebration on September 11, 2024, to commemorate the traditional harvest festival of Kerala. This event brought together staff members and their families, fostering a sense of community and cultural appreciation.   The venue was adorned with colorful floral arrangements and traditional decorations, including ‘Pookalam’ (flower carpets) that showcased the vibrant spirit of Onam.  Staff members showcased their talents, contributing to an engaging program that reflected the essence of Onam.  The highlight of the celebration was the Onam Sadya, a lavish vegetarian feast served on banana leaves.  To add a fun element to the celebration and allow team building among staff members several  games and activities were also organized.    The event fostered a strong sense of community among staff.  It provided an opportunity for everyone to relax, interact, and celebrate together, strengthening the bonds within the organization.

                          

 

12 September 2024 Onnichonam- A Festival of Togetherness in TKMMC

 

                                                 

                                         

                                                     Onnichonam 
                           A Festival of Togetherness in TKMMC 

                   

Onam is the most significant festival of Kerala, celebrated with great zeal and enthusiasm. It

symbolizes the homecoming of the legendary King Mahabali and marks the harvest season in the

state. This year, the Onam celebrations at TKMMC took place on 12/09/24. The Onam

celebration was marked by various traditional events and activities, reflecting the rich cultural

heritage of Kerala. The festivities organized by DISHA Students’ Union included:

·         Pookalam (Flower Decoration) Competition :  Beautiful floral carpets were made in every

                     department using vibrant flowers, showcasing artistic skills  of students and symbolizing 

                     unity and prosperity. 

·         Cultural programs-  Various cultural programs were organized, including traditional dance

       forms such as Thiruvathira . Music and dance  performances and folk games like

                     Vadamvali and Uriyadi  added to the vibrant atmosphere.

     ·       Community Involvement:  The celebration also emphasized community bonding. The       

           NSS volunteers of TKMMC distributed Onam kits with essential groceries to families 

                     with differently abled kids and  elderly people in the neighborhood.

               

 

 The Onam celebration was a resounding success, characterized by vibrant displays of cultural

heritage, communal harmony, and a spirit of joy and gratitude. It served as a reminder of the

values of togetherness, hospitality, and the importance of tradition in our lives.

10 September 2024 , Inauguration Ceremony of JEEVANI and Awareness session on the topic ' Changing the Narrative of Suicide'

Inauguration Ceremony of JEEVANI and Awareness session on the topic 

' Changing the Narrative of Suicide'

The program commenced with a warm welcome speech from Preetha M. V., the Jeevani Coordinator at TKMMC. Dr. Rajeev SR, the Principal, officially inaugurated the event, which was expertly led by Ms. Athira Vijayan, a Jeevani Counsellor and Consultant Psychologist. The session concluded with a heartfelt vote of thanks from Ms. Devananda R. S.