Under the auspices of the Kerala State Sports Council, a summer coaching camp will be held in various sports from April 1 at Thiruvananthapuram Central Stadium, Shankhumukham Indoor Stadium, and Dr. Ambedkar International Swimming Pool, Pirappancode. The camp, conducted directly by the Kerala State Sports Council, will offer admission to children aged 8 to 17 years in the following sports: Athletics, Basketball, Football, Volleyball, Handball, Gymnastics, Cricket, Fencing, Wrestling, Boxing, Baseball, Rugby (Thiruvananthapuram Central Stadium), Badminton (Shankhumukham Indoor Stadium), and Swimming (International Swimming Pool, Pirappancode). For more information, contact 0471-2330167, 2331546.

The fourth edition of the 'Varnapakittu' Transgender Fest, organized by the Department of Social Justice, is set to take place on March 16th and 17th at the Kanakakunnu Nishagandhi Auditorium. As part of the festival, Ananyam, an art group formed to promote transgender welfare, will make its debut performance.

The Continuing Education Cell of the Government Women's Polytechnic College, Kaimanam, Thiruvananthapuram, has started registration for vacation courses for children from Class 5 onwards. Applications are invited for courses such as IT SIP (First Step with the Computer, e-Kids). For more information, contact: 0471-2490670.

In celebration of International Women's Day on March 8, KSRTC Budget Cell Tourism (City Unit) is organizing a special excursion program, ‘Aakhoshapoorvam Avalkoppam’. This unique journey is designed for women to experience the stunning coastal scenery, featuring boating in Poovar and visits to Vizhinjam, Kovalam, Shankhumukham, Veli, Muthalappozhi, Anchuthengu, and Varkala. The fare for this coastal trip is Rs. 370. A scenic hill excursion to Thenmala, Rosmala, and Palaruvi is also available at Rs. 590. The Women's Day excursions can be booked in person or over the phone. Contact: 9995986658.

The Kerala Shops and Commercial Establishments Workers' Welfare Fund Board will hold an adalat in February and March to settle arrears, offering a complete waiver on interest. Member institutions with pending dues are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity. Failure to do so may result in legal action, including revenue recovery from April. For more details, contact: 0474-2792248.