Media Release

Mangaluru, Nov 14: The lamp lighting and oath taking ceremony for the 25th batch of BSc nursing students of Yenepoya Nursing College, under the ambit of Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), Deralakatte, was held on Saturday, November 14, at the university's Yendurance Zone auditorium.

Reflecting the spirit of service, compassion, and dedication of Florence Nightingale — the ideal symbol of nursing service — the novice students stepped into the nursing profession through this ceremony.

Dr G Vijayalakshmi, principal of Sri Devaraj Urs Academy of Higher Education and Research (SDUAHER), Tamaka, Kolar, graced the occasion as the chief guest.

In her keynote address, she urged the students to ensure that the lamp lit today brings light and hope into the lives of patients. Alongside serving with faith and dedication, she advised them to cultivate three key qualities: discipline, compassion, and patience.

Dr Vijayendra V Itagi, principal of Yenepoya Homeopathic Medical College & Hospital, and Noothan Laveena Lasrado, nursing superintendent of Yenepoya Medical College Hospital, Mangaluru, were present as guests of honour. Appreciating the commitment and spirit of service required in the nursing profession, the dignitaries wished the students well in serving patients selflessly.

Dr Leena K C, principal of Yenepoya Nursing College, presided over the ceremony. Dr Priya Reshma Aranha, vice principal of Yenepoya Nursing College, and Dr Binsha Pappachan C, UG coordinator, were also present at the event.

Following the symbolic inauguration of the ceremony through the lighting of the lamp by the dignitaries, the students received the light of knowledge from the faculty and took the Florence Nightingale pledge, resolving to uphold selfless patient care and professional commitment.

Fourth-year BSc nursing student Adnan Bin Ibrahim rendered the invocation, Melvin Jacob welcomed the gathering, Ronita and Vineesha compered the programme, and Daisy D’Souza proposed the vote of thanks.