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Dr. Y.N. Shivalingaiah, Director of Extension, University of Agricultural Sciences, Bengaluru, inaugurates the Certificate Distribution Program of the CCINM course for staff members of Cooperative Societies from Chamarajanagara and Mysuru districts, held at ICAR JSS Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Suttur. Also seen are Dr. R. Narayanareddy, Coordinating Officer, UAS Bengaluru & SAMETI (South), Smt. Jyothi Urs, Deputy Manager, Chamarajanagara District Cooperative Society, Dr. B.N. Gnanesh, Senior Scientist and Head, JSS KVK, Sri J.G. Rajanna, and KVK staff.

Suttur, June 26, 2025: The ICAR JSS Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), in association with the National Agricultural Extension Management Institute, Hyderabad, the Bengaluru Chapter of the Staff Training Institute–SAMETI (South), and the Extension Directorate, University of Agricultural Sciences, jointly organized a Certificate Course in Nutrition Management (CCINM).

The training program was conducted in three batches at JSS KVK between August 2025 and October 2025, and trained a total of 90 participants. The Certificate Distribution Ceremony was held on June 26, 2025 at the JSS KVK campus.

Dr. Y.N. Shivalingaiah, Director of Extension, University of Agricultural Sciences, Bengaluru, inaugurated the program. In his keynote address, he urged the trainees to act as technical agents, equipping farmers with complete scientific and technical knowledge. He emphasized the importance of educating farmers on the use of nano fertilizers and water-soluble fertilizers, and recommended crop diversification during monsoons to protect soil health.

Dr. R. Narayanareddy, State Nodal Officer (Desi) and Coordinating Officer, University of Agricultural Sciences, Bengaluru, SAMETI (South), advised trained staff to function as part-time agricultural extension officers. He stressed the need to provide timely and accurate information to farmers regarding fertilizers and pesticides, which would help reduce overall production costs.

Smt. Jyothi Urs, Deputy Manager, Chamarajanagar District Cooperative Societies, in her address as Chief Guest, encouraged trainees to keep in regular contact with scientists to learn about new seed varieties and fertilizers, and to effectively communicate these advancements to farmers.

Presiding over the program, Dr. B.N. Gnanesh, Senior Scientist and Head, ICAR JSS KVK, highlighted the need to protect soil fertility as a foundation for sustainable farming. He encouraged the use of bio-fertilizers such as Rhizobium, Pseudomonas, and micro-nutrients, and advised farmers to conduct soil testing at least once every two years. He urged the trainees to share knowledge on soil health and the benefits of soil testing with fellow farmers and reminded them that JSS KVK scientists are always available for consultation.

The program was attended by all 90 trainees who had successfully completed the course. Sri J.G. Rajanna delivered the introductory note, Dr. Deepak welcomed the guests and audience, Sri Shamraju delivered the vote of thanks, and Dr. Y.P. Prasad served as the master of ceremonies.

Sri Amitabh Veer, Founder & CEO of NetProphets Software Company, Noida, Uttar Pradesh, interacts with students during his visit to the JSS Free Residential School, Suttur.

More than 4,000 students took part in the 11th International Yoga Day program held at the JSS Free Residential School at Suttur. The Yoga day was organized by the JSS AHER and JSS Free Residential School, Suttur.

Suttur, June 21, 2025: “Yoga is a medicine for many diseases,” remarked Dr. H. Basavanagowdappa, Vice-Chancellor, JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research (JSS AHER), while addressing the gathering as the chief guest at the 11th International Yoga Day celebrations held at Sri Sutturkshetra.

The event was jointly organized by JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research and JSS Free Residential School, Suttur. Dr. Basavanagowdappa emphasized that yoga, which promotes well-being of the body, mind, and soul, has gained global recognition. He stated, “It is possible to move towards fulfilment through diligence, discipline, meditation, and the path of samadhi.”

Dr. Vishal Kumar Gupta, Dean – Academics, JSS AHER, stressed the importance of practicing yoga daily and not restricting it to a single day of observance. “Yoga helps us overcome both mental and physical stress, boosts immunity, and enhances overall health,” he noted. He added that India rightfully takes pride in gifting yoga to the world. This year’s International Yoga Day was celebrated under the theme ‘Yoga for One World, One Health’.

Sri G.L. Tripurantaka, Coordinating Officer, JSS Institutions, Suttur, highlighted that material possessions such as cars and bungalows can be bought with money, but health cannot. “Once known to the world as a land of snake charmers, India has now become a global torchbearer of wellness through yoga,” he said. He encouraged the youth, who are often drawn to gyms, to give priority to yoga as it plays a significant role in disease prevention and maintaining overall health, thus contributing to increased life expectancy.

The program was sponsored by the Central Council for Research in Yoga and Naturopathy (CCRYN) under the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India. Heads of various departments of JSS Institutions, teaching and non-teaching staff, and thousands of students participated enthusiastically in the program.

Dr. Akshata welcomed the gathering and conducted the proceedings, while Dr. M.U. Sujan delivered the vote of thanks.