Mangaluru: Leadership and responsibility took centre stage as The Yenepoya School, Yenepoya World School, and Yenepoya PU College jointly conducted their Investiture Ceremony at the Yendurance Auditorium, formally inducting the newly elected student cabinet for the academic year 2026–27.
The ceremony marked the beginning of a new chapter in student leadership, reaffirming the institutions’ commitment to nurturing responsible, confident, and service-oriented young leaders.
Ceremony begins with traditional honours
The programme commenced on a ceremonial note with the school band leading the dignitaries in a formal procession, followed by an invocation seeking divine blessings and the rendition of the school anthem by the choir.
Welcoming the gathering, Anthony Joseph, Associate Director, highlighted the importance of leadership in shaping responsible citizens. Chief Guest DIG Praveen Mishra was welcomed with the presentation of a sapling, symbolising growth, responsibility, and sustainability.
The ceremony was also graced by the presence of Mishria Javeed, Director of Operations & Academics.
A student representative from Yenepoya World School addressed the gathering, reflecting on the significance of the investiture ceremony and the responsibilities entrusted to student leaders.
Student leaders take oath
The highlight of the programme was the formal investiture of the newly elected student cabinet. The incoming leaders were presented with badges and sashes before taking the oath of office, administered jointly by Anthony Joseph and Uzwal Rodney Menezes, Principal of Yenepoya PU College.
The newly elected Head Boys, Head Girls, President, and Secretary shared their thoughts on leadership and expressed their commitment to serving the student community with sincerity and dedication.
A leadership-themed song performed by the school choir added a meaningful touch to the ceremony.
Chief Guest inspires future leaders
Delivering the keynote address, DIG Praveen Mishra encouraged students to become responsible individuals both inside and outside the classroom. Drawing lessons from mythology, he explained the qualities of good leadership and urged students to set clear goals, remain disciplined, and pursue excellence with consistency and determination.
He reminded the newly elected leaders that leadership is not merely about holding a position but about serving others with integrity, humility, and commitment.
Ceremony concludes with national anthem
Uzwal Rodney Menezes, Principal of Yenepoya PU College, proposed the vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to the dignitaries, faculty members, students, and organisers for making the event a success.
The investiture ceremony concluded with the singing of the National Anthem, reinforcing the values of unity, responsibility, and national pride among the students as they embarked on a new year of leadership and service.
