In a significant step towards promoting women’s independence and confidence, KKSSS inaugurated a Scooty Riding Training programme for SHG members at the Christurajapuram Centre, enabling women to acquire a practical skill that enhances mobility and personal freedom. Twenty women enthusiastically enrolled in the programme, eager to learn and gain confidence on the road. The inauguration ceremony was held on 15 December at 10:00 a.m. at the Christ the King Community Hall, Christurajapuram, in the presence of the KKSSS Director Rev. Fr. Mahesh Antony, Parish Priest Rev. Fr. Jose Vayalil, trainer Mrs. Sajitha, SHG Coordinator, Centre Animator, and the trainees. The programme began with a prayer song invoking God’s blessings, followed by a welcome note presented by the trainees themselves, reflecting their excitement and readiness to learn. Rev. Fr. Mahesh Antony congratulated the participants and encouraged them to make the most of this opportunity, while Rev. Fr. Jose Vayalil felicitated the trainer and motivated the trainees to confidently embrace the new skill. The participants expressed heartfelt appreciation to KKSSS for organizing a structured and meaningful programme that marks an important step in advancing women’s empowerment, independence, and active social inclusion.

KKSSS organized an Inter-Religious Christmas Celebration on 20th December 2025, bringing together Hindu, Muslim, and Christian leaders to promote love, unity, and women’s empowerment. The event was graced by the Vellimalai Vivekananda Ashramam President Sreemath Swami Nijanthaj Maharaj, Lyricist Haleema from Thuckalay, and His excellency Mar. George Rajendran SDB Bishop of Thuckalay Diocese. Competitions such as Carol Song, Carol Dance, and Food Fest were conducted for SHG women, with over 400 women participating. The Mass Christmas celebration was held under the theme “Festival of Love,” featuring prayers, lamp lighting by all religious leaders, inspiring messages, cake cutting, and cultural performances. The program created a strong platform for women to express their talents and leadership. It also sent a powerful message of peace and harmony across communities. The program concluded with prize distribution and the KKSSS Anthem, reflecting the spirit of inter-religious unity and women’s empowerment.

The Centre-wise Pongal Competition organized by KKSSS was successfully carried out through WhatsApp participation on 18-01-2028. This novel initiative allowed all centres to participate actively in the festival, thus making it meaningful and inclusive. A total of 25 centres actively participated in the festival, symbolizing unity, creativity, and culture in the organization.

Each centre was encouraged to share their Pongal celebrations in the form of photographs, videos, and short write-ups on WhatsApp. The participants were encouraged to show Pongal recipes, kolam designs, decoration, cultural dress, and involvement of children and parents, thus showcasing the richness of the Tamil culture and values. This competition, being held online, managed to generate unity and festive fervor in all centres.

This competition promoted team spirit, creativity, and awareness among the staff and beneficiaries associated with KKSSS. The centers sincerely tried to showcase their activities in a happy and significant way, with appreciation for nature, farmers, and God, which is the actual meaning of Pongal. The entries received displayed commitment and enthusiasm, making the selection process both enjoyable and tough.

This competition conducted through WhatsApp proved to be an efficient forum for participation, especially for those centres in remote areas. It enhanced communication, encouraged participation, and provided all centres with equal opportunity to join in the celebration. The fact that 25 centres actively participated in this celebration showed how strongly they are all bonded together in the family of KKSSS.

On a whole, the Centre-wise Pongal Competition was a huge success and has left sweet memories in the hearts of all of us.