Celebrating Onam Together – A Day to Remember

This year’s Onam celebration was truly special for all of us at Awsm Innovations. As a remote team, opportunities to come together in person are always cherished, and the Onam meetup on August 30, 2025, at Hotel Vakkom Palazzo, Varkala, provided exactly that—a day filled with joy, tradition, and togetherness.

What made the day even more memorable was that it wasn’t just our current team that joined in. Old teammates, along with families and friends, became part of the celebration, turning it into a beautiful gathering that felt like one big extended family.

The day began with the Athapookalam, a vibrant floral carpet that set the festive mood. We then moved into the inaugural function, where Jahnvi’s prayer opened the event with warmth and positivity. Our CEO, Mr. Aravind Ajith, welcomed everyone with a heartfelt speech, followed by the ceremonial lighting of the lamp, symbolizing new beginnings.

Adding to the spirit of the occasion, we had felicitations by Aravind’s father and Govind, along with Vishal and Jenson, which reflected the values of encouragement and gratitude that bind our team together.

No celebration is complete without capturing memories, and our photo session gave us plenty of them to look back on.

Then came the highlight of the afternoon—the grand Onam Sadya, where everyone sat down together to enjoy the traditional feast, served on banana leaves, with laughter and conversations flowing freely.

After lunch, the fun continued with traditional games, from lively rounds of musical chairs to exciting ball games that brought out the child in everyone.

The energy didn’t stop there—we also enjoyed boating, adding a refreshing touch to the celebration.

Before winding up, every member received a gift hamper, a small token of appreciation and love, before heading back home with hearts full and smiles wide.

This Onam was more than just a celebration—it was a reminder of the bonds we share, beyond work and distance. It brought us closer, reinforced our sense of belonging, and left us with memories to cherish until we meet again.