January 2022

Suttur, January 12, 2022: In celebration of the 75th Indian Independence Day, the ICAR JSS Krishi Vignan Kendra in Suttur organized a comprehensive training program on manufacturing a range of products using indigenous cow dung and urine.

The program, aimed at empowering self-help group women, was conducted by Smt. Netravati Yettinamani, Home Scientist at JSS KVK. Smt. Yettinamani provided valuable insights into the significance of indigenous cows and their medicinal qualities. She explained in detail the manufacturing process of various products, including Vibhuti, Agarbathi sticks, Mosquito Coils, as well as phenyl and shampoo using cow urine.

The training program featured a live demonstration of preparing vibhuti using cow dung and phenyl using cow urine, allowing participants to gain practical knowledge and hands-on experience.

A field visit was organized following the training program, providing participants with the opportunity to explore JSS KVK’s demo horticulture crop, nursery, vermicompost unit, vibhuti manufacturing unit, earthen pots making unit, and food processing unit. The visit facilitated a deeper understanding of these industries and their potential.

Approximately 40 women from the Sri Kshetra Dharmastala Rural Development Society in Nerale, along with self-help groups from the Badanavalu villages, actively participated in the program, furthering their skills and knowledge in the manufacturing of eco-friendly products.

Key dignitaries, including Smt. Bhagya, Coordinating Officer of the Gnanavikas Scheme at the Srikshetra Dharmastala Rural Development Society, Nanjangud Division, Smt. Ashwini, work representative of Badanawalu Village, and Smt. Mahadevamma of Nerale Village, were present during the event, lending their support to this initiative.

The training program on manufacturing products using indigenous cow dung and urine proved to be a valuable platform for promoting sustainable practices, empowering women, and exploring the vast potential of indigenous resources.

Suttur, January 12, 2022: The ICAR JSS Krishi Vignan Kendra organized a successful ‘Hebbala Avare HA-4 (hyacinth beans) crop field day’ in Arakere Village, K.R. Nagara Taluk, Mysuru District.

Addressing the farmers, Smt. Divya H.V., In-charge Head and Senior Scientist at ICAR JSS KVK, highlighted the unique features of the Hebbala Avare HA-4 variety, which performed exceptionally well during the previous pre-monsoon season. She emphasized the importance of seed treatment and provided valuable insights into the precautionary measures necessary for seed production. Selected farmers from the village were earlier equipped with the necessary seeds and equipment for integrated crop treatment, including neem decoction, light nutrients, and fungicides for seed treatment. Comprehensive information on planting techniques, pest management, spraying neem decoction, and utilizing the vegetable abundance was also shared with the farmers. Subsequently, the farmers cultivated the new variety crop in their fields.

Farmers expressed their satisfaction with the new crop variety, acknowledging its superior performance compared to the previously used varieties. They reported improved yields and expressed their ability to sell the crop at favorable prices or utilize it for seed production in case of lower prices.

Smt. Divya H.V. emphasized the profitability of seed production, encouraging farmers to earn higher profits. She informed them that high-quality seeds, once separated and dried, would be purchased. “You can also store good quality seeds for your own use and for an extended period by using a mixture of ash and neem leaves. This variety can be grown in all seasons, enabling you to maximize your profits,” she added.

The ‘Hebbala Avare HA-4 crop field day’ served as a platform for farmers to witness the successful cultivation of the new variety and gain valuable knowledge to enhance their agricultural practices.

Hebbala Avare HA-4 crop (hyacinth seed) Field Day, at Arakere Village

Hundreds of students participated in the Suryanamaskara program organized at the JSS Residential School, Suttur Srikshetra, as part of the 75^th Indian Independence Day celebrations.

Suttur, January 1, 2022: The 1062^nd Celebrations of His Holiness Adijagadguru Sri Shivaratheeshwara Shivayogi Mahaswamiji were held in Suttur, graced by the divine presence of His Holiness Sri Shivarathri Deshikendra Mahaswamiji and esteemed pontiffs from various maths. The event was attended by MLAs, former MP, former MLC, and other elected representatives.

The gathering included pontiffs from Vatalu, Hosamatha, Kuderu, Madahalli, Chikkatuppuru, Kunduru, Alamatti, Baradanapura, Gowdahalli, Mudukanapura, Maadalli, Harave, Dandikere, Hullahalli, Mudigunda, Kunduru, Neelakantaswami Matha, Chunchahalli, and Naviluru Maths, along with Haraguru Charamurthy, MLA Sri C.S. Niranjamurthy, Sri N. Mahesh, Sri Maritibbegowda, former MP Sri R. Dhruvanarayana, former MLAs Sri G.N. Nanjundaswamy, Sri M.K. Somashekar, Sri A.R. Krishnamurthy, Smt. Parimala Nagappa, Sri Balaraj, Kalale Keshavamurthy, and others.

A grand procession was held, featuring the idol of Adijagadguru Sri Shivarathreeshwara Shivayogi Mahaswamiji, accompanied by folk performance artistes, NCC and other teams, parading through the main streets of Suttur. Devotional singing and light music performances were presented by members of JSS Lalitha Kala Vrunda and Ninanada of Mysuru. Former MLA Sri Balaraj and the Kadali Vedike team also showcased a vachana recital program.

On this auspicious occasion, the ‘Sri Suttur Shivarathreeshwara Almanac,’ authored by Jyotisha Mahamahopadyaya, Triskanda Jyotirvidwan, Siddanti Dr. K.G. Puttahonnaiah, and published by the Bharatiya Jyotirvignana Samshodana Kendra, was released. Additionally, the 2022 Kannada and English table calendars, published by JSS Mahavidyapeetha, were unveiled.

Devotees and the general public, hailing from various regions including Mysuru, Bengaluru, Chamarajanagara, Mandya, Hassan, Ramanagara, Kodagu, and Shivamogga districts, were present to witness the grand celebration.

The 1062^nd Jayanti celebrations of Adijagadguru Sri Shivarathreeshwara Shivayogi Mahaswamiji, held at the Suttur Srikshetra. Paramapujya Jagadguru Sri Shivarathri Deshikendra Mahaswamiji, pontiffs of various maths including Vatalu, Hosmatha, Halawaara, Kuderu, Maadahalli, Baradanpura, Gowdahalli, elected representatives, officers of various departments of the JSS Mahavidyapeetha and others are seen in the picture.

Suttur, January 1, 2022: The Sri Suttur Shivarathreeshwara Almanac,’ authored by Jyothisa Mahamahopadyaya, Triskanda Jyotirvidwan Dr. K.G. Puttahonnappa, published by the Bharatiya Jyotirvignana Samshodana Kendra, was released at a program held on January 1, 2022, on the occasion of the 1062nd Jayanti celebrations of Adijagadguru Sri Shivarathreeshwara Shivayogi Mahaswamiji.

Paramapujya Jagadguru Sri Shivarathri Deshikendra Mahaswamiji graced the occasion. Vatal Sri, pontiffs of various maths, Almanac author Dr. K.G. Puttahonnaiah, former MLA Sri G.N. Nanjundaswamy, Sri A.R. Krishnamurthy, Smt. Parimala Nagappa, Sri S. Mahadevaiah, Sri T.S. Lokesh Sri Nam. Siddappa, Sri S.P. Manjunath, Sri S. Shivakumaraswamy, Kanya Shivamurthy and others were present.

Those who want the almanac can contact the centers located at the Suttur Srikshetra, JSS Mahavidyapeetha and Jyotirvignana Samshodana Kendra.

For more details call: 9242242442, 0821-2548212, 08221-23230, 88696424.

The ‘Sri Suttur Shivarathreeshwara Almanac,’ authored by Triskanda Jyotirvidwan Siddanti Dr. K.G. Puttahonnaiah, was released in the divine presence of Paramapujya Jagadguru Sri Shivarathri Deshikendra Mahaswamiji, on the occasion of the 1062nd Jayanti celebration program of Adijagadguru Sri Shivarathreeshwara Shivayogi Mahaswamiji, held on January 1, 2022, at Suttur Srikshetra. Sri T. S. Lokesh, Sri Nam. Siddappa, Sri S.P. Manjunath, Sri S. Shivakumaraswamy, Sri G.N. Nanjudaswamy, Vatal Sri, Almanac author Dr. K.G. Puttahonappa, Smt. Parimala Nagappa, Sri A.R. Krishnamurthy, Sri S. Mahadevaiah and Kanya Shivamurthy are seen in the picture.