Kannur District Strengthens Lead at 64th Kerala School Kalolsavam
Kannur district tightened its grip on the competition at the 64th edition of the State School Kalolsavam on Friday. The district extended its lead over Kozhikode, which held second place. Kannur scored an impressive 724 points, while Kozhikode followed with 708 points.
Thrissur Hosts Festival in Close Third Position
Host district Thrissur followed closely in third position with 706 points. The five-day cultural festival moved into its final phase with intense competition among the top districts. The event showcases the rich cultural heritage of Kerala through various artistic performances by school students.
BSS Gurukulam School Maintains Overall Lead
Among individual schools, BSS Gurukulam Higher Secondary School continued to lead the overall points tally. The institution maintained a steady advantage over other top-performing schools with 170 points. This consistent performance highlights the school's strong commitment to cultural education and excellence in the arts.
Grand Valedictory Ceremony Scheduled for Sunday
The festival is scheduled to conclude on Sunday with a grand valedictory ceremony. The event will be held at Exhibition Ground, Thekkinkadu Maidan in Thrissur at 4pm. Opposition leader V D Satheesan will inaugurate the closing ceremony, while Revenue Minister K Rajan will preside over the function.
Mohanlal to Serve as Chief Guest
Renowned actor Mohanlal will be the chief guest at the valedictory function. General Education Minister V Sivankutty and Mohanlal will jointly present the gold cup to the district securing the highest overall points. This prestigious award recognizes outstanding performance throughout the festival.
The State School Kalolsavam brings together talented students from across Kerala to celebrate traditional arts and culture. The event promotes artistic expression and healthy competition among educational institutions. Thousands of participants and spectators have gathered in Thrissur for this annual cultural extravaganza.
