We are pleased to share the report of the 161st week of Sangamam, held on 4th January, which was organized with New Year celebrations and cultural engagement for elders.

Despite the auspicious month of Margazhi and the observance of Thiruvathirai, elders from various locations actively participated in the program. Many of them attended the Thiruvathirai pooja at Sivasailanathar Temple, and in addition, a special pooja was arranged at our Trust office at Soundharya Ganapathy, where kali prasadam was offered to all participants.

We are happy to share that the 160th week of Saturday Sangamam was held successfully on 27th at Sailam.
This milestone event was completed with the wholehearted support of our beneficiaries and well-wishers, who continue to participate regularly and introduce new people to our Trust.
This week, the program mainly focused on entertainment and recreational activities for elders. Our volunteer Ms. Gowsi conducted fun games and well-planned activities, which brought joy and enthusiasm among the participants. Despite many elders having commitments due to Margazhi Sirappu Pooja, more than 70 elders from various locations participated actively and enjoyed the program.

We are happy to share the highlights of the 159th Week of Sangamam held on 20th Dec 2025, which was successfully conducted at Sailam, in connection with World International Meditation Day.
With the objective of promoting mental well-being and a peaceful lifestyle among senior citizens, we organized a guided meditation session with the support of the Heartfulness Meditation Team.The Heartfulness team has been our valued well-wishers for the past three years, and whenever invited, they have consistently supported our elders by conducting meditation sessions along with life skills and soft skills practices.

Dear Sir / Madam,

We are happy to share the report of the 158th week of Sangamam, held on 13th December, with the support of HelpAge India, our associate partner, through a medical camp for elders.

This week, the camp was organised at Karuthapillaiyur. We sincerely thank the Panchayat President, Mrs. Kuyili, and the Panchayat Clerk, Mr. Neppolian, for their kind support in arranging the venue and assisting with the camp setup.

We are happy to share the highlights of the 157th week of Sangamam, held at Ravanasamuthiram with the theme “Marunthilla Maruthuvam”. Due to the heavy rain, around 50 elders were able to participate in the gathering.
Our Trustee Mr. M. Muthukumarasamy done the Thalaimaiyurai for the programme. The event was graced by Dr. Ameer John (Thirumalai Puram), Dr. Jose (Chennai), Mr. Neelakandan, and Dr. Saleem.

We are delighted to share the highlights of the 156th Week of Sangamam, held at Tirunelveli Yathavar Samuthaya Munnetram Kattidam, Tirunelveli.
This week’s gathering was made possible with the generous support of our well-wisher Mr. Thiruppathi Prabu, the ISCON team, who supported the venue. A total of 30 elders participated in the Sangamam.
As part of our Wellness Program, this week’s Sangamam was conducted under the theme “Mahilvithu Mahil”, focusing on happiness, health, and holistic well-being for elders.

Greetings from VAMA Charitable Trust!
We are delighted to share the highlights of the 155th Week of Sangamam, held on 12th October at Sailam.
This week’s gathering was made special by the enthusiastic participation of elders and school children from Kadayam, along with several esteemed guests:
• Mr. Shibu Shankaran, Secretary, Gandhi Gram Trust
• Mr. Sivasubramanian, Treasurer, Gandhi Gram Trust
• Dr. Vishruth Palaniyappan and Mr. John David, TVS Lakshmi Hospital, Madurai
• Mr. Balamurugan, Dy Correspondent, Avvai Ashram
• Mr. Kanniya, Sodhars Kottam
• Mr. Lakshmanan, Tamil Ilakkiya Peravai

We are glad to share the highlights of the 154th Sangamam held at Sailam on 8th November, soon after the Diwali celebrations. More than 80 elders took part in this gathering, including three new members from VK Puram and Alwarkurichy, who were warmly welcomed into the Sangamam family.
To bring joy and participation, elders were encouraged to move freely, sing, play, and interact. Five teams were formed to play simple group games, led by team leaders. The laughter and togetherness reminded us that joy does not depend on age — only on the spirit to live freely.

We are happy to share about the VAMA Diwali Celebration held during this week with our elders, children, and special children who lost their family members during the COVID period and are in need of love and care.

As part of our Saturday Sangamam initiative, we identified deserving beneficiaries from various locations who are associated with VAMA through our health care and elder service programs. From October 14th to 20th, our team carried out field visits, selection of beneficiaries, and procurement of materials to support the most deserving individuals.

By the grace of God and with the generous support of our donor Mr. Kalyanaraman from Mannarkoil, we were able to bring joy to many lives during this Diwali. Each step of this initiative supported people from rural backgrounds and those in genuine social need.

We purchased new dresses from local vendors and sweets and snacks from the well-known homemade sweet makers in Ambasamudram, thereby also encouraging and supporting local small businesses.

Our identified beneficiaries included elderly individuals without family support, single-parent children, and children affected by COVID. In total, we identified and distributed Diwali gifts to more than 500 beneficiaries, organized village-wise.

An Inspiring Day at Gandhigramam
Mr. Muthukumarasamy, our esteemed Managing Trustee, delivered an inspiring keynote address at Gandhigramam, where he shared his profound insights on the values of social service and community development. Drawing from his vast experience and lifelong commitment to social welfare, he emphasized the importance of collective responsibility, compassion, and sustainable action in building stronger communities.
His address resonated deeply with the audience, encouraging students and young changemakers to dedicate themselves to meaningful social initiatives that create lasting impact. Through his words, Mr. Muthukumarasamy reminded everyone that true development begins when we extend our hands and hearts to uplift others.