Karpagam College of Pharmacy celebrated Kerala’s harvest festival, ‘Onam’, recently, as students and faculty came together for a grand celebration.

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The celebration beautifully blended Kerala’s rich traditions with music, dance, games and togetherness.

The day began with a lively Chendamelam procession. The ceremonial inauguration that followed marked the beginning of a day filled with music, dance, games, laughter and togetherness.

A captivating Chendamelam performance and a colourful Kathakali presentation brought the essence of Kerala’s traditional art forms to the campus.

Adding a special charm to the celebrations, the 5th-year Pharm D students, Ryzentronz, who organised the event, performed Thiruvathira.

The festive spirit continued with a series of energetic dance performances. Exciting events such as tug-of-war, staff games and musical chairs added to the enthusiasm.

A traditional Onam Sadhya was served to everyone, adding to the festive experience.

As the celebrations moved towards the finale, the valedictory session marked the culmination of the day’s colourful events, followed by a high-energy DJ session.