Past Events 2026
JANUARY
Iyal Arangam – 8 January 2026
The Iyal Arangam programme held on Thursday, 8 January 2026, began with a warm welcome address by our President, Mr A. Perumynar.
This was followed by an insightful and engaging talk by Mr Elango on Silapathikaram – The Story and Its Characters – Part 2
(சிலப்பதிகாரம் – கதை மற்றும் கதை மாந்தர்கள் – பகுதி 2). Continuing from his earlier presentation on 10 July 2025, Mr Elango shared valuable perspectives drawn from his deep understanding of the epic. The session was well received, with active participation and interaction from the audience throughout.
Lunch for the day was generously sponsored by Mr & Mrs Shanmugan and Mr Mohankumar. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by our Assistant Secretary, Mr R. Ratnakumar.
Thai Pongal Celebrations – 15 January 2026 – தைப் பொங்கல் விழா
The Thai Pongal celebrations (தைப் பொங்கல் விழா) commenced with a gracious welcome address delivered by our President, Mr. A. Perumynar.
This was followed by a melodious song composed by Mr Sathiyasingan and rendered by Mrs Sooriyakala Sathiyasingan. Thereafter, Dr. Bharathy Ilamuruganar recited a selection of poems authored by him in earlier years.
The highlight of the programme was an insightful and engaging address on the significance of Thai Pongal (தைப் பொங்கல்) in the Tamil cultural context, delivered by our esteemed special guest, Mr M. Thanabalasingam. The audience posed several questions on Thai Pongal (தைப் பொங்கல்), all of which were answered by Mr M Thanabalsingam with clarity, depth, and grace. His eloquent responses were warmly received and greatly appreciated by the audience.
The celebrations concluded with a formal vote of thanks proposed by our Secretary, Mr. C. Karunasaladeva
The Digital Mentor Program – Thursday – January 22, 2026
Today, our members had the pleasure of participating in the Digital Mentor Program conducted by Mr. Jagvir Singh. The program began with a warm welcome from our President, Mr. A. Perumynar and concluded with a thoughtful vote of thanks by the Secretary, Mr. C. Karunasaladeva. Lunch was generously provided by LeadConnect, the organisation Mr Singh represents.
Throughout the session, Mr. Singh covered a wide range of topics, including What Is a Digital Mentor, Inspiring People to Learn, Overcoming Barriers, Creating Inclusive Learning Spaces, Essential Digital Skills, Facilitating Discussions and Activities, and Resources for Digital Mentors. His dedication, patience, and clear guidance helped participants gain not only practical digital skills but also the confidence and sense of responsibility to share this knowledge with the wider community.
At the end of the program, all participants were awarded the Digital Mentor Certificate, and the session was recorded on video to serve as a valuable reference. Mr. Jagvir Singh’s expertise and commitment made the day both informative and truly inspiring, leaving a lasting impact on everyone present.
Comedy-Based Debate – Members’ Day Celebration – Thursday – January 29, 2026
Today, our Vice President, Mr K Ratnakumar chaired the comedy-based debate, warmly welcoming all six participants to the stage:
- Men’s side: Mr V Devendra, Mr F Rodrigo and Mr T Piraphakaran “- முன்னாள் கால வாழ்க்கை இனிமையானது”
- Ladies’ side: Mrs P Puruthothamar, Mrs P Thangarajah and Mrs S Suntharalingam-“இன்றைய வாழ்க்கை இனிமையானது”
The debate was expertly mentored by Mr. Thanabalasingam and began on a lively note, delighting the audience with humour and insight.
Following the debate, we had the honor of recognizing a distinguished Tamil scholar, Prof Eliyathamby Ambihairajah who recently received an AO on Australia Day. He, along with singer Dr. Rajayogan, entertained the audience with three delightful songs.
Prof. Ambihairajah then spoke about his career journey and accomplishments leading to the AO recognition, inspiring all present.
The vote of thanks was delivered by our Secretary, Mr. C. Karunasaladeva
We sincerely thank Mrs. Tharmapalan for sponsoring today’s lunch, adding a warm conclusion to a successful and enjoyable event.
Thursday, February 05, 2026 – Isai Arangam
The Isai Arangam event began with a warm welcome address by the President, Mr. A. Perumynar. Several talented members participated, each performing a song of their choice, which was warmly appreciated by the audience. Duet songs were also performed by pairs of participants, and all the performances were truly outstanding.
Lunch for the event was generously sponsored by Mrs. Padma Thangarajah, Mr and Mrs Thirunavukkarasu. The Isai Arangam concluded with a heartfelt vote of thanks delivered by the Assistant Secretary, Mr. R. Ratnakumar.