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Talented students of Suttur JSS Residential School were felicitated during the school anniversary celebrations by Mr. Malleswamy, Secretary of KSEAB, Bengaluru, Mr. Malangi Suresh, Head Master, Mr. Suresh K, Assistant Project Coordinator, Dr. Jayappa Honnali, literary writer, and the Heads of various departments of the Institution.

Suttur, January 24, 2026: The school anniversary ceremony was celebrated with enthusiasm at JSS Residential School, Suttur, in the presence of distinguished guests, faculty members, students, and staff.

Addressing the gathering at the valedictory ceremony, Mr. Malleswamy, Secretary of the Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board, Bengaluru, emphasized the importance of time consciousness, reading habits, and passion for learning among students. He remarked that youth power is the strength of India and stated that the nation is steadily progressing toward becoming a global leader. He expressed pride that today’s students have the opportunity to become citizens of a developed India.

The chief guest, Dr. Jayappa Honnali, President of the All India Sharana Sahitya Parishat, Mysuru, advised students to adopt strong values from childhood and move steadily toward their life goals. Stressing the importance of time, he said that ignoring time leads to missed opportunities, and urged students to lead a beautiful and meaningful life. He highlighted that true education lies in seeing another human being as oneself and reminded students that “life without remarks is more important than marks.” He encouraged them to become owners of good qualities rather than wealth.

After distributing prizes to the winners of various competitions, Mr. Malangi Suresh, Headmaster of Government Higher Primary School, Keelanapura, shared his personal experiences as a student at Suttur Shrikshetra. He noted that the institution instills independent living and courage, enabling students to develop cultured values and grow into responsible citizens.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Suresh K, Assistant Project Coordinator, DDPI Office, Mysuru, stated that Suttur Shrikshetra is renowned for its food, education, and healthcare facilities. He emphasized that a healthy society can be built only by nurturing human values alongside technological development and urged everyone to remain time-conscious.

During the programme, the school’s academic and sports report was presented. Prizes were distributed to meritorious students and winners of various sports and cultural competitions. The celebration concluded with cultural programmes presented by the students.

The event was attended by the heads of the institution Mr. G.L. Tripurantaka, Mr. Veerabhadraiah, Mr. M. Rajashekar, Mr. G. Shivamallu, Mr. M. Gu. Basavanna, Mr. G.M. Shadakshari, Mr. G. Shivaswamy, and Mrs. P. Sushila.

The programme began with a prayer by the students. Mr. M. Mallesh delivered the welcome address, Mrs. N. Nagalakshmi offered greetings, and Mrs. Bindu K.M. compered the programme.

Prize-winning students of Suttur JSS High School, who secured the overall award for the 24th consecutive time in the cultural competitions held as part of the Suttur Jatra Mahotsav, are seen along with the teachers who trained them and the headmaster.

Suttur JSS High School has won the overall prize for the 24th consecutive time in the cultural competitions organized as part of the Suttur Jatra Mahotsav. The picture shows the Suttur Jagadguru Shri Shivarathri Deshikendra Mahaswamiji, seers of other maths, former ministers, MLAs, and the school’s cultural team.

Picture: Suttur Nanju Adanayaka

The poster of the 44th National Wrestling Championship, organized on the occasion of the Jatra Mahotsav of Adijagadguru Shri Shivaratreeshwara Shivayogi Swamiji, was released in the divine presence of His Holiness Jagadguru Shri Shivaratri Deshikendra Mahaswamiji. Seen in the picture are Suresh Kumar, organizers Malluswamy, Nanjangudina Siddharaju, Kempegowda, Prof. Devanna, Pailwan Chokkamurthy, Hosahalli Shivu, Kesavaraju, and Teramballi Ravi.

Mr. Vinod Kumar, a physics teacher at JSS Residential School, Suttur Math, took part in the State level Science Exhibition competition held at Dharwad by showcasing creative models in physics and a model of being friendly to the differently-abled. He has been selected to represent the state at the National-Level South India Science Fair Competition, to be held in Hyderabad from January 18 to January 23, 2026.

Suttur, January 8, 2026: The State-Level Science Exhibition Competition for High School Teachers was held at Dharwad, organized by the District Institute of Education and Training (DIET), Dharwad, in association with the School Education and Literacy Department, Government of Karnataka, the State Education and Research Training Department, the Directorate of Urdu and Other Minority Schools, the Office of the Commissioner, and the Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum, Bengaluru.

Teachers from 35 educational districts across Karnataka participated in the exhibition, presenting innovative models across disciplines such as Science and Technology, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, and Genetic Technology.

Mr. V. Vinod Kumar, Physics Teacher at JSS Residential School, Suttur Math, presented creative physics models, including an innovative model titled “Friendly for the Specially abled.” His exhibit, which simplifies complex physics concepts and enables elderly and mentally challenged individuals to control electrical appliances such as televisions, lights, fans, and air conditioners using a single remote control, received wide appreciation.

Based on his outstanding presentation, Mr. Vinod Kumar has been selected to represent the state at the National-Level South India Science Fair Competition, to be held in Hyderabad from January 18 to January 23, 2026.

The management, principals, and staff of JSS Residential School have congratulated him on this significant achievement and lauded his innovative contribution to teaching and inclusive technology.

Students of JSS High School, Suttur, who participated in the telescope workshop organized by the JSS Science and Technology Resource Center, are seen along with staff members and science teachers of the Resource Center.

Suttur, January 13, 2026: Fifty students of JSS High School, Suttur, participated in a telescope workshop organized by the JSS Science and Technology Knowledge Resource Center.

The workshop was conducted by resource person Mr. Bharath, who explained to the students the process of making and using a telescope. He also introduced them to the field of astronomy, including information about stars, constellations, their names, and methods of identifying them in the night sky.

The telescope used during the workshop was a refracting telescope with a visual lens diameter of 40 mm and a focal length of 500 mm. Using this telescope, students were able to observe celestial bodies such as the Moon, stars, and planets at a magnification of up to 20 times. The telescope is designed in such a way that its parts can be easily dismantled and reassembled whenever required.

At the end of the workshop, the students were provided with 50 telescopes along with 50 manuals to help them identify various celestial bodies, enabling them to continue their learning beyond the workshop.

Members of the Nanjangud Youth Brigade, along with teachers and students of Suttur JSS Free Residential School, actively participated in a Kapila River cleanup drive held on Sunday, January 11.

The Suttur Jathra Mahotsava 2026 was inaugurated by Sri Yaduveer Krishnadatta Wodeyar, MP, Sri Jagadeesh Shetter, former CM and Sri H.D. Thammaiah, MLA, Chikkamagalur in the divine presence of HH Jagadguru Sri Shivaratri Deshikendra Mahaswamiji on 15th January 2026.