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The Kalagam was inaugurated amidst the delicate chimes of the Manikkavinayagar Temple with the blessings of the celebrated Swami Vipulananda Adigal and Mudliyar Rasanayagam. |
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The three Founders were Mrs. Rasamuthu Sathasivam, Mrs. Sornacanthy Nallainathan and Mrs. Balambigai Namasivayam. |
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These women with foresight, untiring efforts and undaunted enthusiasm built up the Kalagam. |
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From small beginnings at the Theosophical Society in Peterson Lane, Colombo 6 the Kalagam has grown, having moved into its premises in 1934 at 23, Rudra Mawtha Colombo 6. |
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From thatched beginnings it is today one of the oldest Hindu Women’s Organisations in Sri Lanka. |
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A Band of Hindu Women founded the Saiva Mangaiyar Kalagam on 10th December 1930 to, |
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Reawaken the Hindus from their slumber and apathy when, under Colonial Rule they had lost their Hindu Cultural moorings. |
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The Kalagam is situated in 23 Rudra Mawatha, Colombo 6 in Sri Lanka. |
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It is a Registered Society and was registered under the Society’s Ordinance in 1936. (The Registration Number is S 30) |
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It is an Approved Charity and all contributions are exempt from tax. |
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It is a Social Service Organisation working in the educational, religious, cultural and social fields. |
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