We are happy to share that the 162nd Week of Sangamam and Pongal Celebration was successfully held on 10th January at Sailam. More than 150 elders participated and joyfully celebrated the Pongal festival.

Elders from Ambai Thiruvalluvar Kazhagam, Ambai Tamil Ilakkiya Peravai, and our Sangamam elders from Mannarkoil, VK Puram, Pappakudi, Kadayam, Thirumalai Puram, Kalyanipuram, Alwarkurichy, and Ambasamuthiram actively took part in the event. Students from Balagan Saraswathy College of Arts and Science, Mukkoodal, supported the program by conducting fun games and a lively “Pattukku Pattu” session, which brought great joy and enthusiasm among the elders.

Our Madam Mrs. Vasanthy Kumar prepared the Pongal and performed the traditional Surya (Sun God) prayer, followed by a special pooja for Sri Soundarya Ganapathy. The stage arrangements, decorated with karumbu (sugarcane), Pongal kolam, and pooja items, enhanced the festive atmosphere and looked very beautiful.

Our kitchen team prepared delicious Sakkarai Pongal, Ven Pongal, and Pongal Kuzhambu with a variety of vegetables. The food was highly appreciated by the elders, who expressed their happiness and shared that they enjoyed a traditional and tasty Pongal feast.

The program continued for more than six hours in a joyful and enthusiastic manner. Distinguished guests Mr. Neelakandan, Mr. Subbiramanian, Mr. Lakshmanan, and Mrs. Saraswathy blessed the VAMA services and appreciated the dedicated efforts of our Trustee Mr. Muthukumarasamy and the entire team. The celebration concluded with everyone leaving with happy hearts and sweet memories.