Residents of old age home steal the scene at fashion show for senior citizens in Kerala’s Thrissur
Residents of a government old age home in Thrissur, Kerala, achieved significant success at a state-level fashion show for senior citizens. The event, 'Niram 2026', aimed to celebrate aging with dignity and challenge societal stereotypes about the elderly.
Why it matters
It promotes social inclusion and highlights the importance of providing platforms for self-expression for the elderly population.
The applause was loud, the smiles infectious and the confidence unmistakable as elderly men and women walked the ramp with poise, turning a fashion show into a celebration of ageing with dignity.
Residents of the Government Old Age Home at Ramavarmapuram in Thrissur, functioning under the Social Justice department, stole the limelight at ‘Niram 2026’, a State-level fashion show for senior citizens organised by Thavanish, the social service organisation of Christ College, Irinjalakuda, winning four major awards and reaffirming that age is no barrier to self-expression.
Competing against 76 participants from old age homes across Kerala as well as individual entrants, the contestants showcased their confidence through a ramp walk, self-introduction, and talent round.
The biggest honour went to 74-year-old Vatsala, who was crowned ‘Mrs Female Fashion Icon’. She received a cash prize of ₹10,000 along with a crown and memento.
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