On 15 August, Ahalia School of Engineering and Technology honoured war veterans Col. K. Mohandas, Col. Sankaranarayanan and Commander Chokkath Gopinathan, on account of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav. Their valour and commitment were hailed by the Principal, Dr P. R. Sreemahadevan Pillai. The Guests of Honour shared their experiences and reminded the students about their responsibilities towards the Nation. Dr Krishna Kumar Kishor, Vice Principal felicitated these war veterans. Dr Sivakumar, Dean- of Research, welcomed the gathering. Ms Bindu Valoor, Manager-Academics Outreach proposed the vote of thanks. NSS programme officer, Prof. Roshan Sanu coordinated the event. After the honouring function, a Patriotic Song Competition for school, college, and students were conducted. First and second prize winners were given cash prizes and all participants were given mementos.