Lucknow: Kerala Samajam celebrated Kerala Day, popularly known as Kerala Piravi, to mark the anniversary of the formation of the state on Nov 1, 1956.The celebrations were held at the Samajam office in Gomti Nagar and included a free medical camp along with a series of cultural programmes showcasing Kerala’s rich cultural heritage and traditions.The programme was inaugurated by Dr Shilpi Shukla, while Rev Fr Jaison Joseph attended the event as the guest of honour. Kerala Samajam president Jenson James welcomed the dignitaries and participants.Those present on the occasion included Samajam’s vice-president Reji Lukose, treasurer Binoy Andrews, library secretary MM Johny and working committee members Saju P Nair, V Shiv Shanker, N Gopalakrishnan and Joshy Joseph.The occasion brought together Malayalees residing in Lucknow, giving them an opportunity to reconnect with their cultural roots, celebrate their shared identity and uphold the spirit of unity and togetherness while commemorating the historic formation of Kerala.
