Daijiworld Media Network - Mangaluru (SP)

Mangaluru, Mar 1: "Languages like Tulu, Konkani and Beary, which the people of coastal Karnataka use, have no script. Still, these rich and unique cultures, traditions and way of living of the people speaking these languages have attracted worldwide attention. The newly set up Beary Study Chair at Mangalore University, I hope, will pave way for in-depth study of this community's culture and heritage," said Dakshina Kannada district in-charge minister, U T Khader.

The minster was speaking after inaugurating the newly started Beary Study Chair Mangalore University's Mangala auditorium on Thursday February 28 by drumming the duff.

"The culture of Bearys, who have grown through hard work, have retained unique culture. They have mingled with the people and contributed in their way to the society," he said. The minister noted that the university already has Tulu Study Chair, Kodava Study Chair, Konkani Chair etc," the minister noted. He felt that with the installation of Beary Study Chair, opportunity for studying this culture has increased. "Let us make efforts to see that all these chairs are brought under a single umbrella and all of them get the same type of grants," he added.

In-charge vice chancellor of the university, Prof Kishori Nayak, presided. Karambaru Muhammed of Beary Sahitya Academy, retired professor, Dr Surendra Rao, registrar of Karnataka Tulu and Beary Sahitya Academy, B Chandrahas Rai, president of Mangaluru taluk panchayat, Muhammed Monu, advisory committee member, Ibrahim Kodijal, Konaje gram panchayat president, Nazar Shah Pattori, former president of Beary Sahitya Academy, B A Muhammed Haneef, and coordinator of study chairs, Prabhakar Neermarga, were present.

Coordinator of Beary Study Chair, Prof Ismail, delivered introductory address. Registrar, Prof A M Khan, welcomed. Professor Dr Dhananjay Kumble presented the programme.