Udupi: The Udupi Mobile Retailers Association (UMRA) is set to hold the oath-taking ceremony of its newly elected office bearers on 3 September at 6:00 pm at the Town Hall in Ajjarkad.
Addressing a press conference, UMRA President Vivek G. Suvarna announced that Ravikumar K, Karnataka State President of All India Mobile Retailers Association (AIMRA), will administer the oath of office to the incoming team.
Dignitaries to grace the occasion
Several eminent personalities are scheduled to attend the event as chief guests, including:
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Dr. G. Shankar, promoter of G. Shankar Family Trust
MP Kota Srinivas Poojary
MLA Yashpal Suvarna
Deputy Commissioner Swaroopa T.K.
Superintendent of Police Hariram Shankar
Municipal Council President Prabhakar Poojary
Additionally, representatives from leading mobile brands such as Sadanand (Xiaomi), Vinnil Kumar (Vivo), Chetan M (Oppo), and Somashekhar (Nothing) will participate.
AIMRA leadership and office bearers
From the national and state-level association, prominent figures including Navneet Pathak (National General Secretary), Ravikumar K (State President), B. Suhas Kini (State General Secretary), and Mohan Hugar (State Vice President) will be present.
The press conference also saw the participation of Sandesh Ballal (Honorary President), Rajesh Mabian (Honorary Advisor), Khader (Secretary), Irshad (Honorary President of Kundapur Division), and Joel Amanna (President of Malpe Division).
Industry collaboration and future plans
UMRA, which has been at the forefront of representing mobile retailers in Udupi and nearby regions, is expected to discuss future plans and industry challenges at the ceremony. The presence of leading mobile brands and AIMRA executives is seen as a positive step towards strengthening trade relations and addressing retailer concerns.
Conclusion
The event is poised to bring together industry leaders, local administration, and mobile retailers under one roof, marking a significant step for UMRA as it inducts its new team and outlines its vision for the coming year.