Mangaluru: Father Muller Homeo Med College celebrates Onam, signifies unity in diversity

By Stany Bantwal
Bellevision Media Network

Mangaluru, 06 Sep 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 at Father Muller Homoeopathic Medical College, here on September 3. ‘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 Sandya was served to all the students, teaching and non-teaching staff. To add vibrancy and festivity to the occasion, a cultural programme was held in the college auditorium at 3.00pm. A K Devika, General secretary students’ council welcomed the gathering. Thiruvathira, a traditional dance which is one of the most ancient dance forms in Kerala. The relevance of Onam celebration was depicted and dramatized by the students.

 

 

Administrator Fr Roshan Crasta in his message mentioned that Onam is a celebration of unity and everyone irrespective of caste 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). 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.

 

Deron and Aisiri Anand compered the event eloquently and gracefully.