Onam Celebration 2022
Onam is the most revered and celebrated festival of Kerala.
It is symbolic of King Mahabali's annual home-coming.
To epitomize, India's
rich cultural heritage, Onam
was celebrated on 03.09.2022 at Father Muller Homoeopathic Medical College.
"Pookalam" an intricate and
colourful floral carpet was
displayed by the students at the college entrance and OPD
premises.
As a part of the celebration Onam Sadya was served to all
the students, teaching and non teaching staff. To add vibrancy and festivity to
the occasion cultural programme was held in the college auditorium at 3pm. Ms A.K
Devika, General secretary students' council welcomed the gathering. Thiruvathira, a
traditional dance was performed which is one of the most ancient dance
forms in Kerala. The relevance of Onam celebration was depicted and dramatised
by the students.
Administrator Rev Fr
Roshan Crasta in his message mentioned" Onam is a celebration of unity and
inculturation were everyone irrespective of cast and creed joins in celebrating
this auspicious festival. Mahabali signifies triumph of good over evil and
brings peace and prosperity to our lives and homes. Appreciated the student
council and all the students who have toiled hard in making the event a grand success.
The students
enthralled the audience with melodious Onapattu (Onam songs).Mr Joe Paul,
cultural secretary proposed the vote of thanks.
To create a festive
ambience and add cheer to the occasion games and tug of war and chandamela was organised
in the college premises which exhilarated the spirit of the gathering.
Mr Deron and Ms
Aisiri Anand compered the event eloquently and gracefully.