Sreenarayan International Study Pilgrimage Center Hosts Essay Competition in Telangana

Introduction

As part of the Kerala Government’s Department of Cultural Affairs, the Sreenarayan International Study Pilgrimage Center organized an essay competition based on the teachings of Gurudevan. The event was hosted by the AIMA Telangana chapter on Sunday, February 16th. The competition was divided into two categories: one for students below the age of eighteen and another for adults above eighteen.

Competition Venues and Participation

The competitions were conducted under the leadership of the coordinator of the Sreenarayan International Study Pilgrimage Center, Mr. Ramadas Kathirur. The event took place at key cultural study centers, including:

  • Naveena Samskarika Kala Kendra
  • Sreenarayan Educational and Cultural Society, Hyderabad
  • Kerala High School
  • Ghanpur

Approximately 120 participants took part in the competitions, showcasing their understanding of Gurudevan’s teachings.

Leadership and Key Organizers

The event was led by:

  • AIMA Telangana Cultural Convenor: Mr. Lawrence Paulose
  • Joint Convenor: Mr. Deepak Divakaran
  • AIMA President: Mr. P.V.K. Raman

Several prominent cultural organization representatives from Hyderabad, along with Lok Sabha members and AIMA members, attended the program.

Notable Attendees

Distinguished attendees included:

  • Vinod Mathai
  • Anil Nair
  • Sherli Murali
  • Siniba Vinod
  • Vinod Kumar
  • BCR Nair
  • Kalidas
  • Ani Kuriakose
  • Joby Mani
  • Sunil Joseph
  • Panampilly Vijayakumar Menon
  • Vignesh
  • Jayesh
  • Genius Narayanan
  • Babumon
  • Bhasi Pillai
  • Ramachandran Pampadi
  • T.V. Rajan etc.

Contributions from Malayalam Mission

Malayalam Mission officials, including Mr. Ramachandran, Mr. Sreejith, Mr. K.D. Udayan, and Mr. Pradeep Ponnan, also participated in the event. Their presence highlighted the cultural and educational significance of the competition.

Announcement of Results

The AIMA Telangana chapter announced that the competition results and the prize distribution ceremony will be held on March 2nd in Hyderabad. This event will mark the conclusion of this culturally significant initiative.

Conclusion

The essay competition not only celebrated the teachings of Gurudevan but also fostered cultural understanding and community engagement across generations.