Mysuru, January 28, 2019: Dr. Ganesh Ameenghad, Journalist and Litterateur, expressed his concern about the excessive time today’s youth spend on social media, emphasizing the importance of utilizing time effectively.
Dr. Ganesh Ameenghad served as the chief guest at the ‘Essay Competition’ organized by the ‘Jaana-Jaaneyara Balaga’ of the Kannada Post Graduate Department at JSS Arts, Commerce and Science College, B.N. Road, Mysuru. During his speech, he urged the participants to exercise caution while using social media platforms, as incidents of cheating and fraud are on the rise. He emphasized the need for awareness of the potential risks associated with social media usage and encouraged the students to cultivate reading habits and set goals to make the most of their time.
The program was inaugurated by Prof. B.V. Sambashivaiah, Chief Executive of the College. In his address, Prof. Sambashivaiah emphasized the importance of essay competitions in stimulating critical thinking and encouraged students to engage in discussions and analysis before starting their writing process. Prof. M. Mahadevappa, Principal, was also present at the event.
The program included an invocation by Kum. Jyothi Bhat, a vote of thanks by Kum. R. Manjula, and was compered by Kum. K.K. Harishtha. More than 50 students participated in the essay competition, and lectures and students from the college were present at the event.