Margazhi Festival

Name of the Event : Margazhi Festival
Date of Event : 03.01.26 – 10.01.26

Description

Summary

The Centre for Excellence in Art and Culture celebrated Margazhi Utsav 2026, marking the auspicious Tamil month of Margazhi (Mārgaśīrṣa), a period deeply revered for its spiritual and cultural significance.

A major highlight of the festival was the collective rendition of the Tiruppāvai by the students of the Centre for Excellence in Art and Culture. Rendered in the true spirit of bhakti and seva, the sacred hymns of Āṇḍāḷ—traditionally sung during Margazhi—set a deeply devotional tone and sanctified the proceedings.

The festival witnessed the enthusiastic participation of 58 budding artistes, including students trained under Guru Lalita Ganapathy, Guru Suvasini, Mrs. Kamali, Dr. Ramakrishnan Neelamani, and Dr. Lakshmi Jayapriya. The students showcased a vibrant array of performances encompassing Carnatic vocal music, classical dance, instrumental recitals, and the traditional folk art of Kolattam, reflecting their rigorous training and artistic dedication.

The young artistes were honoured and encouraged by the esteemed presence of Guru Lalita Ganapathy, senior disciple of Padmavibhushan Dr. Padma Subramaniam; Mridangam Vidwan Dr. Ramakrishnan Neelamani; and Dr. Ramadevi Sekhar, Director, Centre for Excellence in Art and Culture. Their participation added scholarly depth and spiritual inspiration to the event.

Margazhi Utsav 2026 provided a valuable and prestigious platform for budding artistes to present their talents. Overall, the festival was imbued with devotion, enthusiasm, and artistic fervor, significantly enriching the cultural ambience of the campus.

Outcome

This is a great opportunity for the young artists to showcase their talents.