Youth Hostels Assn celebrates International Kindness Day with tribal community

The Youth Hostels Association of India (YHAI), Tamil Nadu State Kongu Unit, celebrated International Kindness Day and National Press Day with members of the tribal community at Theppakadu colony in the Mudumalai Tiger Reserve on November 5.
The programme, presided over by Kongu Unit Secretary Dr. Raja, began at 8 a.m. Methi of the Lite colony welcomed the gathering. Chinnamari of the Elephant Camp colony spoke about the customs and lifestyle of the tribal community, while colony president Chikbomman highlighted the significance of International Kindness Day.
YHAI Tamil Nadu State Chairman Venkat Narayanan spoke on the importance of National Press Day. Maaran addressed the gathering on International Cancer Awareness Day, while Banyan Sarath delivered the felicitation address.
As part of the programme, Mr. Venkat Narayanan distributed dress materials to members of the Banyan community and residents of the colony.
Banyan Prajwal proposed the vote of thanks. YHAI Kongu Unit President Prof. Chandra Thangavel organised the programme, which was sponsored by Unit Secretary Dr. Raja.