Monthly Archives: November 2019

Suttur, December 2, 2019: Farmers growing paddy are failing to get a better yield these days. Lack of good quality seeds, blast disease, imbalanced fertilizer management and lack of other technical information are the major reasons for this. Noticing this the scientists of the ICAR JSS Krishi Vignan Kendra, Suttur, inspected three different types of paddy varieties as part of the Paddy Field Day 2019-20, held at the Arakere Village in K.R. Nagar Taluk of Mysuru District.

A training programme was conducted as part of this programme in June and RNR 15048 variety paddy seeds were distributed to the selected farmers and they were asked to grow MTU 1010 along with the regular ‘Sanna Madhu’ variety of paddy that the farmers usually grow for personal use, on an experimental basis. They were also provided bio-fertilizers along with a demonstration on seed treatment. They were provided training on integrated nutrition management.

The farmers were successful in growing RNR 15048 variety of paddy. As part of this, the Paddy Field Day was conducted on November 29, 2019, at Arakere village.

The farmers first visited the paddy field where RNR 15048 variety paddy was grown. They were explained how the crop was grown without any disease. This variety has less pest and disease problem and up to 23-25 quintals of yield can be expected. This variety will also be ready for harvesting 10 days earlier than other varieties.

Smt. H. V. Divya, Seed Technology Scientist of the ICAR JSS Krishi Vignan Kendra provided detailed information about the RNR 15048 variety paddy. “It is a 120 days crop, sans blast disease (Benki Roga). Also, you can get more yield than other small paddy varieties,” she said. She explained that there is more demand for this variety of paddy and the farmers may select the corn from the good plant before harvesting. Threshing should be done separately and dry it completely and store it for seeding after mixing it with ash or neem leaves. Farmers who are interested in seed production can enter into a contract with the Karnataka State Seed Corporation or undertake on their own. They can remove melange and get more seed production. The farmers can fetch Rs. 400-500 more price for every quintal of processed paddy through seed production. Interested farmers can contact KVK or KSSC before seeding, she informed.

Farmers Sri Kumar, Sri Ramachandregowda, Sri Shivaraju, Sri Jayannashetty and others who have grown RNR 15048 variety of paddy shared their experiences on this occasion. More than 35 men and women farmers participated in the programme. Smt. Netravati Yettinamane, Scientist, ICAR JSS KVK, Sri Gowraaj, Technical Motivator of Agriculture Department and Kum. Kanaka was present.

Suttur, November 29, 2019: Twenty Nine students of our school took part in the Taluk-level talent hunt competition held at the Citizen school in Najnagud on November 21, 2019 and 3 first prizes, 3 second prizes and 2 third prizes in various sports. The students who took part in group singing, folk dance and light music competitions have become eligible to take part in the District-level talent hunt competition. The Administration, coordinating officers, Headmasters and teachers have appreciated and congratulated the winners.

Students of the JSS Higher Primary School, Suttur, took part in the Taluk-level Talent Hunt competitions held at the Citizen School in Najangud recently have won prizes in group singing, folk dance and light music categories and have become eligible to take part in the District-level competitions. Heads of various departments of the school, teachers and students are seen in the picture.

S. Satish, Scientist, Plant Conservation Division, ICAR JSS Krishi Vignan Kendra, visited the agricultural fields of farmers in Hulimavu and Aayarahalli villages in Nanjangud Taluk and provided information about integrated pest and disease management in various vegetable crops including ridge gourd, beans, pumpkin, brinjal, etc., through demonstration. Students of Suresh Jnanvihar Agricultural University of Rajasthan were also present during the demonstration.

November 26, 2019: JSS College of Arts, Commerce, and Science, Ooty Road, Mysuru, commemorated Constitution Day on November 26, 2019, with a special program. As part of the event, Dr. N. Anandgowda, a Professor from the Political Science Department at Karnataka State Open University, Mysuru, delivered an enlightening speech on the formation, composition, and significance of the Indian Constitution. He also discussed the dedicated efforts of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar and other leaders involved in framing the Constitution. Additionally, Dr. Anandgowda shed light on the amendments made to the Constitution over time, basic rights, and various significant aspects related to its evolution.

Dr. Anandgowda emphasized that the Indian Constitution is hailed as the greatest the world has ever seen. He mentioned that Prime Minister Narendra Modi recognized the need for citizens to adopt the constitution, leading to the introduction of “Constitution Day” in 2015. Dr. Anandgowda stressed the importance of understanding our basic rights, stating, “Without proper information, it becomes difficult to comprehend the essence of our fundamental rights.”

In his presidential address, Prof. B.V. Sambashivaiah, the CEO of the College, read the introduction of the constitution and provided a comprehensive explanation to the students.

Prof. M. Mahadevappa, the Principal, welcomed the distinguished guests and attendees. Smt. R.G. Asha, Head of the Political Science Department, was also present during the event. Kum. Srikrupa initiated the program with an invocation, and Student Venkatesh expressed gratitude in a vote of thanks. Kum. Pooja C.R., an MA English student, expertly compered the event.

The students of the JSS High School, Suttur, took part in the Taluk-level Talent Hunt competition held at the Citizen School in Nanjangud and won overall prize and won first place in Urdu Speech and Mimicry competitions and got selected for the District-level competition. Sri G.LO. Tripurantaka, Coordinating Officer, Sri G. Shivamallu, Headmaster, Smt. C.P. Nirmala and Nagalakshmi are seen with the winners

Mysuru, November 21, 2019: Prof. B.V. Sambashivaiah, CEO of JSS College, Mysuru, highlighted the significance of respecting elders as an integral part of Indian culture. He expressed concerns about the widening social and mental gap between generations due to the increasing number of elderly individuals in the country. Prof. Sambashivaiah urged youngsters not to neglect their elders, emphasizing the importance of maintaining inter-generational bonding.

Prof. Sambashivaiah presided over the “Sensitization Programme on Inter-generational Bonding” organized by the PG Social Works Department of JSS College of Arts, Commerce, and Science. The event was held in collaboration with the National Social Security Department of the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India, and the Nightingale Trust, Bengaluru.

The program commenced with an introductory speech by Sri Praveen from the Nightingale Trust. Prof. M. Mahadevappa, Principal of JSS College of Arts, Commerce, and Science, Prof. S. Somashekar, Principal of JSS PU College, Dr. M.P. Somashekar, Head of the Social Works Department, and Sri S. Basavaraju, Coordinator of Senior Citizens Helpline at JSS Hospital, were present during the event.

During the sessions, Dr. M.P. Somashekar discussed the important aspects of the “Maintenance and Welfare of Senior Citizens (MWPSC) Act, 2007.” Dr. Kumudini Achi addressed the problems arising from the inter-generational gap, while Dr. Sushmita focused on inter-generational communication. Sri N. Basavaraju explained strategies for resolving the issues faced by senior citizens.

Sri S. Basavaraju extended a warm welcome to the attendees, Dr. M.P. Somashekar delivered the vote of thanks, and Dr. Kumudini Achi served as the program’s compere. The event witnessed the active participation of more than 150 students from the PG Social Works Department and PUC.

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From left: Dr. M.P. Somashekar, Prof. M. Mahadevappa, Principal, JSS Degree College, Prof. B.V. Sambashivaiah, CEO, Sri S. Somashekar, Principal, JSS PU College, Sri Praveen, of the Nightingale Trust, Bengaluru and Sri S. Basavaraju, of the JSS Hospital.

Sri B.M. Siddappa, Headmaster, JSS Higher Primary School, Suttur, flagged off the recreational sports competitions organised for the students of the JSS Higher Primary School, as part of the Children’s Day celebrations. Sri G. Shivamallu, Headmaster, JSS High School, S. Shivaswamy, Principal, JSS D.Ed. College, Sri G.M. Shadakshari, In-charge Headmaster Higher Primary School, teachers and students were present.