Onam Celebration

Gnanam School of Business (GSB) celebrated Onam on 26th August 2026, bringing together students and faculty members in the spirit of tradition, togetherness and festive celebration. The programme provided an opportunity for the GSB community to celebrate the cultural richness and traditional spirit of Onam.

The celebrations commenced with the traditional lighting of the lamp at 11:00 AM, symbolising the beginning of the festivities. The event was conducted with active participation from the GSB community, with participants following the ethnic dress code and adding to the traditional ambience of the occasion.

A colourful Pookalam was arranged as part of the celebrations using a variety of flowers. The floral arrangement reflected creativity, teamwork and the festive spirit of Onam. The traditional setting and participation of the members made the celebration a memorable occasion on the GSB campus.

The programme also included the traditional Onam Sadya at 1:00 PM. The gathering provided an opportunity for students and faculty members to come together, share the festive meal and strengthen the sense of community and togetherness.

The lamp-lighting ceremony marked a significant part of the celebration and set the tone for the day’s festivities. The traditional ceremony was conducted in a warm and joyful atmosphere, with participants coming together to mark the occasion.

The Onam celebrations at Gnanam School of Business highlighted the importance of cultural traditions, participation and togetherness. The combination of traditional attire, Pookalam, lamp lighting and Onam Sadya created a vibrant festive atmosphere and made the occasion a meaningful and memorable experience for the GSB community.

CONCLUSION

The Onam celebration successfully brought the GSB community together in a spirit of joy, culture and unity. It served as a memorable celebration of tradition and togetherness within the institution.