Puttur, 24 September 2026: Onam was celebrated with great enthusiasm at Akshaya College in Puttur. Jayant Nadubail, President of Akshaya Group of Educational Institutions, inaugurated the programme by lighting the traditional lamp.
Speaking on the occasion, Jayant Nadubail said Onam is the state festival of Kerala and is also celebrated by people in the border areas with a spirit of harmony. He said celebrating festivals of different states helps strengthen unity in the country. He also stressed the importance of maintaining a harmonious way of life and preserving the idea of a united India.
Kalavathi Jayant, Managing Director of Akshaya Group of Educational Institutions; Dr Akshay, Secretary; Sampath K. Pakkala, Principal of the Degree College; Dr Arpit T.A., Administrative Officer; Abhilash Kshatriya, Principal of the Pre-University College; Rashmi K., IQAC Coordinator; Ashoka Rai, Student Welfare Officer; Ananya Bhat, Onam programme coordinator; Rashmitha S., Lalitha Kala Sangha coordinator; Student Union President Surya; and Vice-President Raksha were present.
Various competitions were organised as part of the celebrations. Chenda Melam was a special attraction of the programme.
Pookalam Competition
- First: Interior Design Department
- Second: Arts Department
- Third: Fashion Design Department
Tug-of-War Competition -
- First: Commerce Department
- Second: BCA Department
Navaneetha, lecturer in the Pre-University College, delivered the introductory remarks. Archana, III B.Com, welcomed the gathering, while Hariprasad, III B.A., proposed the vote of thanks. Varsha, a II Commerce student, compered the programme in Malayalam.
Celebrations brought together students and staff in a spirit of cultural exchange and harmony.
Source: Akshaya College, Puttur
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