The Onam festival – “Utsavam 2021” @ LIBA
In a bid to spread positivity, joy, and cheer during the pandemic, The Onam festival – “Utsavam” was celebrated to embrace diversity virtually without losing its traditional charm on August 19, 2021, at LIBA.
The celebration began with the lighting of traditional Kuthuvilakku by Rev. Fr. Dr. C. Joe Arun, SJ – Director, Rev. Fr. Louie Albert, SJ – Dean Administration, Prof. P. C. Lakshmi Narayanan – Dean Academics, Mr. Janardhanan- Administrator, and Mr. Rishabh Bisani – student representative.
On addressing the gathering on “Pure Intentions”, Fr. Director briefed on how Indian festivals bring light (fire) which is fundamental to human civilization, removing all blemishes, purifying the intention of existence. He highlighted that pure intention is an Ignatian principle and Onam is a festival that manifests the celebration of purification.
The event was followed by the much-awaited, Thiruvathira performance, selection of Malayali Mannan and Manka, and Onathilakkam – the talent hunt rendering an electrifying experience. After grueling rounds of Mannan and Manka, F21 students bagged the titles. The celebration came to an end with a sumptuous Onam sadya at the Magis Café.