CHILDREN’S DAY CELEBRATION – 2026
The Department of Kuzhanthai and Mahalir Maruthuvam, Faculty of Siddha Medicine,University of Jaffna, in collaboration with the fourth-year BSMS students, organized a National Children’s Day celebration on 1 st October 2026 at 9.00 a.m. in the auditorium of the
Faculty of Siddha Medicine, University of Jaffna.
A total of 54 children and teachers from Parashakthi and Saraswathy Preschools, Kaithady, participated in the programme. The Chief Guest, Dr. R. Ajanthan, Consultant, Department of Indigenous Medicine, Northern Province, and the Special Guest, Dr. (Mrs.) Sivaruban
Anushiya, Senior Medical Officer (Grade I), Siddha Teaching Hospital, Kaithady, graced the occasion and contributed to the significance of the event.
The programme commenced with a warm welcome to the guests, followed by a prayer, Siddhar Vanakkam, the lighting of the traditional oil lamp, and a welcome dance. The event continued with a welcome address, speeches by the Head of the Department and the Dean of
the Faculty of Siddha Medicine, and prize-giving sessions.
Art and rhymes competitions were organized by the Department of Kuzhanthai and Mahalir Maruthuvam for children aged four and five years. These competitions provided an opportunity for the children to showcase their creativity, talents, and abilities. An awareness
programme was also conducted as part of the celebration to promote knowledge and understanding of child-related health and well-being.
The celebration aimed to encourage children’s creativity, talents, confidence, and social interaction in a joyful and supportive environment. The active participation of the preschool children and their teachers made the event meaningful and memorable.
The programme concluded with a dance performance by the children, followed by a vote of thanks.
The Department of Kuzhanthai and Mahalir Maruthuvam gratefully acknowledges the support and participation of the invited guests, preschool teachers, children, staff members, fourth-year BSMS students, and all those who contributed to the successful organization of
this event.
