Media Release
Mangaluru, Dec 29: Manipal School organised a felicitation programme on December 22 at the pro-vice chancellor’s office, MAHE, Mangaluru, to honour its alumni achievers of the academic year 2025–26. The programme was held as an initiative of Dr Dilip G Naik, pro-vice chancellor, MAHE, reflecting his continued support and close association with the school.
The event was graced by Dr Dilip G Naik, Srilatha Alva, principal, Shilpa Moger, vice principal, and Dr Ashitha Uppoor, dean, MCODS, Mangaluru along with the proud parents of the achievers. Dr Dilip G Naik personally felicitated the students and acknowledged their remarkable academic accomplishments.
The alumni achievers felicitated included Aniketh Shetty, who secured All India Rank 4151 in JEE Advanced and is currently pursuing BTech in Electronics and Communication Engineering at IIT Dhanbad; Airell Sequeira, who secured All India Rank 9563 in JEE and is pursuing BTech in Mechanical Engineering at IIT Dhanbad; and Divi Chauhan, who secured All India Rank 8700 in NEET and is pursuing MBBS at KMC, Mangaluru.
The programme also recognised exemplary board performance. Kedar Pai, who secured a centum in Biology in the CBSE Senior Secondary Board Examination and is currently pursuing MBBS at Yenepoya Medical College, and Preeksha Patel, who secured a centum in Business Studies and is pursuing BBA in Professional Finance and Accountancy (Integrated with CIMA) at St Joseph’s College of Commerce, Bengaluru, were felicitated.
Addressing the gathering, Dr Dilip G Naik congratulated the achievers and advised them to remain humble, reminding them not to allow success to overshadow their values. He emphasised the importance of being grateful and respectful towards parents, acknowledging their constant sacrifices and support. He also expressed his appreciation to the parents for placing their trust in Manipal School and partnering with the institution in shaping their children’s futures.
The felicitation ceremony concluded on a proud note, reaffirming Manipal School’s commitment to nurturing academic excellence and celebrating the achievements of its alumni.