September 4, 2025:
Shantiniketan Indian School (SIS) celebrated Onam, the National festival of Kerala, with great enthusiasm and excitement on Thursday, September 4, 2025. The event was organized by the department of Malayalam and saw active participation from both students and teachers.
The cultural gathering held in the school hall featured a variety of performances by students, including Onappattukal, Poetry recitation, Vanchippattu, Speech, Thiruvathirakkali, and Folk Dance. Adding to the festive atmosphere, a colorful flowerbed was prepared in the school courtyard by teachers and students.
Principal Mr. Rafeeq Rahim extended Onam greetings to students and teachers, emphasizing the festival’s themes of cultural unity and human brotherhood. He shared his memories of celebrations and festivals in Kerala. Vice Principal Mr. Sujith Kumar felicitated the gathering, appreciating the efforts of the Malayalam Department. Other dignitaries including Academic Supervisor of the Middle Section, Mrs. Nazia Saleem, Academic Supervisor of the Preparatory Section Mr. Wayne Rodrigues, and Head of the Malayalam Department Mr. Prasad P conveyed Onam greetings with messages of love, equality, and harmony.
The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by Malayalam Teacher Mrs. Lini Varghese.
