Mangaluru: On the occasion of the Kannada Rajyotsava, Sahyadri College of Engineering & Management inaugurated Sinchana-2019 on November 1.
Vittal Nayak, Asst. Teacher, Government Higher Primary School, Kalladka, was the chief guest of the programme.
Vittal Nayak of “Geetha Sahitya Sambrama” fame is a great orator, a man whose wisdom is unmatched. In his inaugural address, he highlighted the importance of Kannada literature. He spoke about the rich heritage of Karnataka, its vibrancy and importance of Kannada language being promoted. This will indeed make our state proud and shine always, he added vehemently.
Nayak appreciated the Sahyadri College for celebrating Karnataka Rajyotsava to break the myth of English being superior to Kannada. Every language has its own strength, he stated.
While speaking on ‘Comparison and Competition’, Nayak said that parents often compare their children with other children. Students, in a bid to do better, try to compete and often end up doing something drastic to their lives. This is a dangerous trend he argued and urged students to come out of it. Do not get carried away with the 3 Ms – Media, Mobile and Motorbike. Give importance instead, to the 4 Fs; Follow the Master, Face the Devil, Fight till the End and Finish the Game.
Nayak also stressed on the importance of relationships. In the past, he said human relationships were valued and importance was paid to proper usage of things put at one’s disposal. But sadly today, the game has reversed. We use relationships because of our love for material things. Break, therefore, the present trend of ‘Love the Things and Use the Relationships’, he said. Give attention to the 3 Fs viz. Family, Friends and Faith. Where friends are concerned, indulge in robust relationships.
Furthermore, Nayak urged the audience to respect professions of whatever calibre. Above all, respect the soldiers safeguarding our borders, so that we may lead a secure life. Just imagine, he pointed out, what would happen to us if the soldiers put down their weapons even for a second? Nayak concluded by sharing the importance of the 3 Ss viz. Soul, Service and Smile. Be true to your soul and serve with a smile. Give importance to 3 Hs viz. Health, Hygiene and Hobby. Have hobbies he urged, because it can help you create a bond with others.
Dr. Srinivasa Rao Kunte, Principal, requested the audience to uphold the essence of Kannada and do not let it die. Devdas Hege, Trustee, in his speech said that Sahyadri has been giving encouragement to extra-curricular activities along with academics and wished all participants Good Luck. The inaugural programme was followed by an array of cultural and colourful variety of programmes.
Dr. Srinivasa Rao Kunte, Principal, Devdas Hegde, Trustee – Bhandary Foundation and Prof. S.S. Balakrishna, Vice Principal were also present.
