Media Release

Mangaluru, Nov 29: The Rajyotsava Day is the state festival of Karnataka and is observed on November 1 every year. Today marks the 70th year since this beautiful land emerged as one state for all Kannada-speaking people. On November 1, 1956, several regions merged to form the state, which was originally called Mysore.

Kannada Day has been celebrated on November 1 every year since 1956 to commemorate the formation of the state. The state was renamed Karnataka on November 1, 1973. The Rajyotsava day is celebrated with great joy and Vigor all over the state of Karnataka. Srinivas institute of Allied Health sciences, Srinivas University organized the Kannada Rajyotsava celebration event on November 1.

The event was inaugurated by Gheeta Shetty, founder of Sevashrama. Asha and Nisha Bhat, assistant professors, department of clinical psychology, medical superintendent. The programme was held under the guidance of Prof Pavana Krishnamoorthy, dean, IAHS and Vikhyath Bangera S, convener of the programme and he has informed everyone to protect our mother tongue and teach others as well. The cultural activities like dances from students and Kannada songs from staff members which were entertained the crowd.

The event made memorable to all the staff members, students and non-teaching staffs.

A total of 40 students actively participated in the visit, interacting warmly with the residents. The faculty and students jointly served meals to the inmates, sharing moments of happiness and compassion.