Mangaluru: Kuvempu was not only influenced by western literature but also by the ideas of saints such as Vivekananda and Aravinda. Their humanity was the pillar for his rationality, Mangalore University Vice-Chancellor Prof. P S Yadapadithaya opined.
Speaking at the ‘Aagu nee Aniketanai’, a program in memory of poet Kuvempu and a book release program organised by the SVP Kannada Study Institute at Mangalore University on Wednesday, he hoped that Kuvempu’s ‘Vishwa Manava’ message may open our eyes to overcome the barriers like caste, creed etc.
Delivering a special lecture, Vivekananda College Kannada Department Head Dr H G. Shreedhar observed that Kuvempu had developed an attitude of questioning, but he was not aggressive and wanted to convince people. “The aspiration of Kuvempu of Kannada medium education is not yet realized, “he lamented.
SVP Kannada Studies Institute President Dr Somanna Hongalli presided over the function. Associate Director Dr Dhananjaya Kumble, Executive Editor of ‘Sahitya Mangala’ textbook Dr Madhava M K, Belthangady Government Degree College Kannada Department Professor Dr Subramanya Bhat were present.
The Vice-Chancellor also released the Kannada UG optional textbook according to the NEP-2020- ‘Sahitya Mangala 1’, which is published by the Prasaranga. Research Scholar Chandana KS welcomed guests. Navyashree S compered the ceremony, and Chethan Mundaje rendered the vote of thanks.
