Name of the Event: Pongal 26’
Date: 13 January 2026
Time: 2.00 pm – 4.30 pm
Venue: OA- T, Eashwari Engineering College, Ramapuram

Total Attendees:
Name of the Speaker (if any): 1500 – 2000
Event Mode: Offline
Organizing Head In – charges: Campus Life SRM IST S&H
Objectives of the Event

• To celebrate Pongal and promote Tamil culture and traditions.
• To encourage unity and cultural harmony on campus.
• To provide a platform for students to showcase their talents.
• To enhance student and faculty participation and bonding.

SYNOPSIS OF THE EVENT :

The Pongal celebration was organised to commemorate the harvest festival and to promote cultural pride, unity, and festive spirit among students and faculty. The event commenced with organised reporting and pre-event preparations, followed by an engaging on-stage programme that began with a warm welcome by the Master of Ceremonies, setting the tone for the celebration. Traditional performances such as Thappattam and Oyilattam highlighted Tamil cultural heritage, while the ceremonial lighting of the lamp symbolised prosperity and new beginnings. Interactive activities including Uriyadi, Lemon-in-the-Spoon, and balloon games encouraged active participation from both students and faculty, creating a lively and inclusive atmosphere. Energetic music band performances, multiple dance team presentations, and the Silambam attam added vibrancy and showcased students’ talents. The celebration concluded with diverse student performances and a vote of thanks, marking the event as a well-coordinated and joyful occasion that successfully strengthened cultural harmony and community bonding on campus.

Feedback

The Pongal celebration was conducted smoothly and successfully, with enthusiastic participation from both students and faculty. The well-organised programme flow, vibrant cultural performances, and interactive activities created an engaging and festive atmosphere. Overall, the event effectively promoted cultural unity, student involvement, and a strong sense of community on campus.

Outcome

• Festive Engagement: The celebration brought students and faculty together, creating a lively and joyful festive atmosphere on campus.
• Cultural Enrichment: Traditional performances and rituals enhanced awareness and appreciation of Tamil culture and heritage.
• Active Participation: Interactive games and stage events encouraged enthusiastic involvement from students and faculty.
• Talent Showcase: Dance, music, and martial art performances provided a platform for students to display their skills.
• Community Bonding: The well-organised programme fostered togetherness and left participants with memorable experiences.