The 'Pookkalam' laid by the staff and students ushered in the festive spirit of Onam. A student clad in customary attire as 'Onappottan'  with the 

accompaniment of Chendamelam gave his blessings to all . A variety of colourful programmes unfolded for the students . The  Mahabali’s 

arrival  set the tone for the day’s celebration. The array of traditional art forms Vallamkali, Thumbithullal, Pulikali and Thiruvathira performed by students and teachers highlighted the culture and tradition of Kerala. The school band & the teachers of various departments added flavour to the celebration with their enthusiastic rendering of ‘Onappattukal’. Payasam was distributed to the entire school. The tug of war between members of BEOSA (Bhavan’s Elamakkara Old Students Association ) and students of Std XII triggered the sporting & competitive instincts of the spectators, who cheered and encouraged the participants with zeal & want The celebration was indeed an event to cherish.