Our Impact

Activities

Celebrating our achievements and contributions to the business community over the decades.

Historical Milestones

Key moments that shaped our Chamber's legacy

1980

Strike for the Fundamental Right

During 1980's, the Chamber faced the labour problem threatening the fundamental right to appoint workers. After a 14-day shop closure from 10.09.1980, an amicable settlement was reached on 25.09.1980 at Thiruvananthapuram, confirming that the right to engage workmen vests exclusively with shop keepers.

1981

Fight Against the Wild-Cat Strike

The Chamber faced a major Head Load workers strike starting 22.08.1981. Despite looting and violence, the business community stood united. An amicable settlement on 16.10.1981 established that unions must serve 4 days prior notice (96 hours) before resorting to strike.

1999

Golden Jubilee Celebrations

Inaugurated in February 1999 by His Excellency Justice Sukh Dev Singh Kang, then Governor of Kerala. The valedictory function was inaugurated by O. Rajagopal, Hon'ble Union Minister of State for Law, Justice & Company Affairs.

2000

Gujarat Earthquake Relief

The Chamber collected substantial funds, medicine and cloth from traders and handed over to District Collector, Thrissur, to help thousands affected by the devastating earthquake in Gujarat.

Programs & Initiatives

Continuous efforts to serve and strengthen our community

Business Community Meeting
Education and Training Programs

Chamber Information Bulletin

Monthly bulletin covering relevant facts and information exclusively for business community. Includes tax, labour, legal, and day-to-day government notifications and articles on current issues. Distributed to government departments, MPs, MLAs, and trade union leaders.

Computer Education Programmes

Commenced in commemoration of the Golden Jubilee year. Our Academy concentrates on imparting various courses to businessmen, recognizing computer knowledge as an essential element. Government-approved C-DIT courses are also available for students.

Management Education Training

Short-term management education and training programmes covering both theory and practice. Equipping members with sophisticated tools to withstand existing and future challenges in the business landscape.

Honouring Dignitaries

Regular honouring of newly elected Ministers, MPs, MLAs, Corporation Councilors, Collector, and Police Authorities from Thrissur district. Also honours State and District office bearers of Kerala Vyapari Vyavasai Ekopana Samithi.

Support for Noble Services

Regular and continuous support to noble services of Pain and Palliative Society and Kidney Federation, extending all possible help to these important community healthcare initiatives.

Chamber Awards

Recognizing excellence and promoting social integrity

Professional Excellence Awards

C.M. George Memorial Award

Best Entrepreneur of the Year

Sponsored by: Mathew George

Videon Industries Award

Best Women Entrepreneur of the Year

Sponsored by: John Chittilappilly

V-Guard Industries Award

Best Young Entrepreneur of the Year

Sponsored by: Kochouseph Chittilappilly

T.P. Sitharaman Memorial Award

Distinguished Performance in Social Service

Sponsored by: T.S. Anantharaman & Brothers

K.A. Rappai Memorial Award

Distinguished Performance in Medical Profession

Sponsored by: Kavalakkat Family Association

K.R. Thomas Memorial Award

Distinguished Performance in Police Service

Sponsored by: Solly Thomas

Double Horse Award

Distinguished Performance in Journalism

Sponsored by: Sajeeve Manjila

Elite Supermarket Karshakasree Award

Distinguished Performance in Agriculture

Sponsored by: T.R. Vijayakumar

K.S. Mahadeva Iyer Memorial Award

Kala-Samskarika Award

Sponsored by: P. Parameswaran

Adv. Thomas Maliyekkal Memorial Award

Distinguished Performance in Sports and Games

Sponsored by: Varghese Maliyekkal

Educational Awards

Kanichayi Thomas Jose Trust Award

First in MBBS - Thrissur District

Sponsored by: Jose Kanichayi

Mrs. & Mr. Akkara Varu Memorial Award

First in LLB - Law College Thrissur

Sponsored by: Davis Akkara

C.M. George Memorial Award

First in MBA - Thrissur

Sponsored by: Mathew George

T.P. Chithambara Nadar Memorial Award

First in B.Sc Nursing - Thrissur District

Sponsored by: Mrs. Bhagyam Chithambara Nadar

Pottokaran C.A. Award

First in CA Final - Thrissur Chapter

Sponsored by: Jose Pottokaran

Kollannur Devassy Memorial Award

First in CA-PCC - Thrissur Chapter

Sponsored by: Thomas Kollannur

Simple Memorial Award

First in CA-CPT - Thrissur Chapter

Sponsored by: A.L. Francis

V. Sukumaran Menon Award

First in B.Com - Thrissur District

Sponsored by: V. Sukumaran Menon

P.V. Vareed Memorial Award

First in B.A. Malayalam - Thrissur District

Sponsored by: P.V. Thimothy

T.R. Ragavan Trust Award

Highest Marks in BA English

Sponsored by: T.R. Vijayakumar

M.O. John Memorial Award

First in B.Com - Children of Head Load Workers

Sponsored by: Manjilas Charitable Trust

K.J. Francis Memorial Award

First in Higher Secondary - Children of Chamber Members

Sponsored by: Jose K. Francis

N.L. Poulochan Memorial Award

First in B.Com - Children of Chamber Members

Sponsored by: Yuvasakthi Kuries

Special Events

Memorable moments in our Chamber's history

Papal Visit - 1986

His Holiness Pope John Paul II visited Thrissur on 07.02.1986. The Chamber of Commerce honoured His Holiness and declared a holiday for all shops and industries on that day, marking a historic moment for our city.

Annual Day Celebrations

Our annual celebrations honour eminent business personalities and recognize outstanding achievements in various fields. The event brings together business leaders, dignitaries, and award recipients in a celebration of excellence and community spirit.

Business Partnership

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