Kerala’s iconic State School Kalolsavam, one of Asia’s largest cultural festivals for school students, has taken a major step into the digital age with the introduction of the ‘Ulsavam’ mobile app that offers live updates and real-time results throughout the event. The app, developed by the Kerala Infrastructure and Technology for Education (KITE), is now available on the Google Play Store and is designed to make festival information more accessible to students, parents and spectators.
This year’s Kalolsavam, scheduled to take place in Thrissur district, will feature thousands of participants competing across hundreds of events, from classical dance and music to literary and fine arts competitions. With so many venues and categories, the Ulsavam app becomes a crucial tool for participants and audiences to stay informed.
The Ulsavam app provides comprehensive features including:
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Live scoring and results updates as competitions conclude at different venues.
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Digital maps to help users navigate across the multiple festival locations.
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Event schedules and real-time competition progress information.
- Quick access to competition details and participant listings.
In addition to the mobile app, KITE’s online festival portal complements digital engagement by handling registration, result announcements and online certificates. Competitions are also broadcast and streamed via other state digital channels, enhancing visibility for schools and students statewide.
Officials say this digital transformation aims to reduce confusion, improve transparency and engage a wider audience, including parents and supporters who may not be physically present at all venues. As the Kalolsavam continues to grow in scale each year, the integration of technology through the Ulsavam app is expected to streamline the entire festival experience and encourage greater participation and enthusiasm among young artists across Kerala.
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