Divyodaya Inter-Religious Centre organised an inter-religious Gandhi Jayanti and Deepavali celebration recently in collaboration with the Lions Club International, JMJ Housing LTD and Kavery Premium Pipes.
The valedictory program was graced by distinguished guests, including Full Time Member of Tamilnadu state official language (legislative) Commission, Justice Mohamed Jiyaputheen, Former District Court and Sessions Judge; Rajan, Assistant Commissioner of Police; Gurpreet Singh, President of Gurudwara Singh Sabha; Rev. Fr. Saju Chackalackal CMI, Provincial of Preshitha Province; Wilson Thomas, Managing Director of JMJ Housing Ltd; and Rev. Fr. Wilson Chakkyath CMI, Director of Divyodaya.
Jiyaputheen highlighted the need of becoming the torch bearers of unity, kindness, peace and harmony.
In connection with the event a series of Inter-School and Inter-Collegiate competitions were conducted that showcased the talents of students from in and around Coimbatore.
While 24 teams participated in Inter-collegeiate Ganthian Quiz competition, more than 100 students from 21 schools participated in the inter-school competitions which included fancy dress, English and Tamil elocutions. The spirit of camaraderie and competition filled the air having the celebration of both the teachings of Gandhi and the joy of Deepavali.
Prizes were distributed to winners.
