The Kuwait Wayanad Association (KWA) marked Ponnonam 2026 with an extensive cultural program at the Rajadhani Palace Hotel Auditorium in Khaitan, Kuwait. The event drew active participation from association members and their families, highlighting the unity and communal spirit of the Wayanad expatriate community.
Dr. Antony Sebastian D’Cruz, General Secretary of the Forum of Indian Doctors in Kuwait and a specialist in physical medicine and rehabilitation at PMR Hospital in Sabah, served as the event’s Chief Guest. Dr. Anila Albert, former joint general secretary and cultural secretary of the Forum of Indian Doctors in Kuwait and an ENT specialist at Jaber Al-Ahmad Armed Forces Hospital under the Ministry of Defense, Kuwait, attended as the Guest of Honor.
The celebration was organized under the leadership of KWA President Ajesh Sebastian, General Convenor Shinoj Philip, and General Secretary Eby Joy, alongside other executive members. The program featured an array of cultural performances, including traditional dance, music, and Onam presentations, engaging participants across all age groups and creating a lively and colorful atmosphere.
The event provided a platform for Malayalis residing in Kuwait to honor Kerala’s cultural heritage, reconnect with their traditions, and reinforce social bonds within the diaspora community. The collective efforts of the association’s leadership, committee members, and families contributed to the event’s success, making Ponnonam 2026 a memorable occasion for the Wayanad community in Kuwait.