Puttur, 4 October 2026: Children, youngsters, parents and senior citizens came together on one platform in Puttur to celebrate culture, devotion and community bonding.
Shivalli Yuva Sampada Puttur unit of Shivalli Sampada Puttur organised a unique cultural competition titled ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’ at the Shanmukha Mahavishnu Sabha Bhavana, Kemminje, on September 13, as part of the Krishna Janmashtami and Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations.
More than 300 community members participated in the programme. Event was inaugurated by Sanmay, Zee Kannada Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Little Champs semifinalist, who formally launched the programme by presenting a devotional song.
Shivalli Sampada Puttur president Satish Mudambadithaya, secretary Balachandra Muchintaya, treasurer Krishnaraja Erkadithaya, former president Sudhindra Kuddannaya, physician Dr Anil Baipadithaya, Shivalli Yuva Sampada president Dr Sujay Tantri Kemminje, secretary Dr Vijay Vailaya, Mahila Sampada president Premalatha Ungrupulithaya, honorary president Prof. Vatsala Rajne and Yuva Sampada honorary president Satish Kedilaya, among others, were present.
Krishna and Ganesha procession adds devotional colour
A grand procession featuring Lord Krishna and Lord Ganesha was held as part of the celebrations. Procession was accompanied by traditional chende beats, devotional bhajans and Vedic chants, adding a festive and spiritual atmosphere to the event.
Oganisers designed the competitions to involve participants across age groups. Children and elders took part in devotional singing, shloka recitation, Bhagavad Gita recitation, musical chairs, pot-breaking and tug-of-war, combining religious, cultural and recreational activities.
In the men's tug-of-war competition, the Kavu team emerged champions, while the Darbhе team won the women's category. In the overall competition between different zones, the Naringana zone secured the highest points and won the overall championship trophy.
A celebration beyond competition
Prizes and certificates were distributed to the winners during the valedictory programme. Shivalli Sampada office-bearers and prominent members, including Satish Mudambadithaya, Brahmashree Kemminje Nagesh Tantri, Ravindra T., Kukkadi Tantri Preetham Putturaya, Harish Kunjattaya Kavu, Subrahmanya Ballakkuraya and Dr Sujay Tantri Kemminje, presented the prizes.
Organisers said the programme was aimed at preserving and promoting cultural traditions, encouraging sporting spirit and strengthening bonds among community members.
What made the event distinctive was the participation of several generations on the same platform. From children to senior citizens, participants joined the activities with enthusiasm, giving a practical meaning to the theme ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’ the world is one family. Programme thus became more than a cultural competition. It offered families an opportunity to celebrate together, compete together and strengthen community relationships.
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