Vivekananda Kendra Kanyakumari, Karnataka Prant, R.T. Nagar Branch organized a vibrant Makara Sankranti celebration on January 14, 2026, at the Government School in Manorayanapalya. The event saw an enthusiastic turnout of 152 participants, including 143 students, 7 dedicated teachers, and 2 Karyakartas.
The festivities commenced on a spiritual note with a prayer by Kum. Hanumantha, followed by a melodious group song performed by the school students. To deepen the cultural understanding of the day, Ms. Dharani Akka, a Senior Karyakarta, delivered an insightful session on the spiritual and seasonal importance of the Makara Sankranti festival.
The atmosphere turned energetic as students engaged in various interactive games. A major highlight of the celebration was the Suggi Kunitha, performed under the guidance of Shri Bharath ji, where students, teachers, and Karyakartas joined together in a display of traditional folk dance and communal joy.
The program concluded with the chanting of the Shanti Mantra by Shri Mahesh Bhupathi ji, followed by the distribution of Prasada to all attendees, marking a successful and culturally enriching celebration of the harvest festival.
