News Updates 2024

Suttur, December 9, 2024: Students of the various JSS Schools and Colleges who took part in the three-day JSS Inter-Institutions Sports Meet, that is being held at the Sri Sutturkshetra, in commemoration of His Holiness Jagadguru Dr. Sri Shivarathri Rajendra Mahaswami have won several prizes in individual and team categories.

Athletics

Primary School Division: Individual Prizes: Boys and Girls category – Mohith Kumar Mahato (13 points) and Lysaram Jinalakshmi (13 points) of the JSS Higher Primary School, Suttur, earned 13 points each and secured Individual prizes.

Team Prize: In boys category the students of the JSS Higher Primary School, Suttur, secured 47 points and in girls category students of the Modernized Govt. Higher Primary School, Suttur secured 44 points and bagged Team prize.

High School Division: Individual prizes: In boys category, Kailash, student of the JSS Public School, J.P. Nagara, Mysuru secured 15 points and in girls category Nisarga R., of the JSS High School secured 15 points and earned Individual prizes.

Team Prize: In boys category the students of the JSS Public School, Bage, secured 37 points and students of the JSS High School, Suttur, secured 36 points.

PU College Division: Individual Prizes: In boys category the students of the JSS Public School, HSR Layout, Bengaluru (PU Division) Sacheth Srinivas scored 10 points and in girls category, Monica H.G., of the JSS Women’s PU College, Chamarajanagara scored 8 points and bagged Individual prizes.

Team Prize: In boys category the students of the JSS PU College, Ooty Road, Mysuru scored 16 points and in girls category students of the JSS Women’s PU College, Chamarajanagara, scored 22 points and bagged the prizes.

PU College Division: Individual Prizes: In boys and girls category, students of the JSS Science and Technical University, Mysuru Dhruva Ballal and Kum. Laksha scored 10 points each and earned Individual prizes.

Team Prize: JSS Science and Technical University, Mysuru: In men’s category, the students scored 35 points and in women’s category the students of the JSS Women’s College, Saraswathipuram, Mysuru scored 26 points and earned prizes.

March Past and Other Games

March past: In the Primary School Division teams from the JSS Public School, J.P. Nagara, Mysuru; in High School Division the JSS High School, Horeyala, in PU College Division, the JSS Women’s PU College, Saraswathipuram, Mysuru, Degree College division, the JSS Science and Tehnical University, Mysuru, secured first place.

Primary School Divisions Kabaddi Tournament: In boys division, students of the JSS Public School, Dharwad and in girls category students of the JSS Higher Primary School, Suttur, secured first place. While Arnav P. Patil emerged as the Best Player of the tournament, Habaana H. Lingdo emerged as the Best Player in Girls category.

High School Divisions Kho-Kho Tournament: In boys and girls categories, students of the JSS High School, Suttur, secured first place, and Mahantesh and Boramma B.N., as the emerged as the Best Players in boys and girls categories respectively.

High School Divisions Volleyball: JSS High School, Sargur, secured first place, and Mohammed Akheeb emerged as the Best Player of the Tournament. In Throwball, while the JSS High School, Suttur team emerged as the toppers, Poorvika bagged the Best Player prize.

PU College Division: In Men’s Volleyball tournament, the JSS PU College, JSS TI’s premises, Mysuru secured the first place and Preetam emerged as the Best Player. In Ball Badminton tournament the JSS PU College, Hullahalli team secured first place and Adithya N.K. was declared as the Best Player of the tournament. In Women’s Throw Ball and Ball Badminton tournaments, the JSS Women’s PU College, Saraswathipuram, Mysuru secured first place, and Harshitha A.N., and Pooja J. of the College bagged the Best Players Prizes.

Degree College Division: In Men’s Volleyball and Ball Badminton category, the JSS College of Arts, Commerce and Science, Ooty Road, Mysuru, secured first place. While Srinivas M.P. of the College secured the Best Player award in Volleyball, Chandan S., secured the Best Player award in Ball Badminton category. In Women’s Throw Ball, the JSS Science and Technical University, Mysuru, team secured first place, and Deepa H.M. of the College bagged the Best Player prize. In Ball Badminton, the JSS Women’s College, Kollegala secured first place, and Sinchana T.S. of the College earned the Best Player prize.

Sports Meet Record: In this year’s sports meet the following schools and students have set new records: In the Primary School Division girls category 4×100 m relay the Modernized Govt. Higher Primary School, Suttur, in High School Division Boys 800 and 1500 m sprint, the JSS Public School, J.P. Nagara, student Kailash C., and in Degree College Division 100 and 400 m sprnt, Dhruva Ballal, of the Science and Technical University, Mysuru, and in 4×100 m Men’s Relay, the Science and Technical University students have set records.

Heads of all the divisions of the JSS Mahavidyapeetha, administrative officers, teaching and non-teaching staff have congratulated all the winners.

Sri Madhu Bangarappa, School Education, Literacy and Sakaala Minister, Government of Karnataka inaugurating the three-day JSS Inter-Institutions Sports Meet, held in commemoration of His Holiness Jagadguru Dr. Sri Shivarathri Rajendra Mahaswamiji, at Sri Sutturkshetra, in the divine presence of His Holiness Jagadguru Sri Shivarathri Deshikendra Mahaswamiji. Sri Maankaala S. Vaidya, Minister for Fisheries, Ports and Inland Transport, Dr. Pushpalatha Maankaala, Trustee – Murudeshwara Beena Vaidya Shikshana Samsthe and Director-Administration, International Weightlifter Sri Pushparaj Hegde, and others are seen in the picture.

Suttur, December 9, 2024: “Education is the foundation for development, and value-based education is priceless. The JSS Mahavidyapeetha is imparting such education, which is commendable,” observed Sri Maankala S. Vaidya, Minister for Fisheries, Ports, and Inland Water Transport. He was speaking at the inaugural function of the three-day JSS Inter-Institution Sports Meet, held at Sri Sutturkshetra on Friday, December 6, 2024, in commemoration of His Holiness Jagadguru Dr. Sri Shivarathri Rajendra Mahaswamiji’s 38th Punya Smarane. The event was graced by the divine presence of His Holiness Jagadguru Sri Shivarathri Deshikendra Mahaswamiji.

In his presidential address, Sri Maankala S. Vaidya praised the JSS Mahavidyapeetha for establishing educational institutions in rural areas, nurturing the aspirations of rural students, and offering them access to quality education. He highlighted the efforts of JSS MVP under the guidance of His Holiness Sri Shivarathri Deshikendra Mahaswamiji in providing free education to over 4,000 students at the Free Residential School in Suttur, describing it as a unique and noble initiative. He also lauded the organization’s support for sports, encouraging students to participate and excel at the national and international levels. “Defeat and victory are part of sports. If you keep fighting without losing hope, you will eventually win,” he advised the students.

Sri Madhu Bangarappa, Minister for School Education, Literacy, and Sakaala, inaugurated the sports meet. In his address, he praised Sri Suttur Math for its commendable contributions to education, culture, and sports. “The efforts of this institution in shaping students into responsible citizens make the Education Department of Karnataka proud,” he said, wishing success to all participants in the meet.

Sri Pushparaj Hegde, an international weightlifter, participated as the chief guest. “Sports teach us discipline and how to live our lives. Dedicate at least 30 minutes every day to physical activities to maintain good health,” he advised. He encouraged students to actively participate in sports and other physical activities for a happy and disciplined life. “Make efforts, achieve, and bring laurels to the country,” he added.

Dr. Pushpalatha Maankala, Trustee of Murudeshwara Beena Doctors Education Institute and Director of Administration, observed that “Maths are the roots of our society, guiding us in rectifying societal mistakes. Education instills respect for elders and culture within us. Students today have ample opportunities, and they should set specific goals and strive to achieve them. As human beings, we should leave a mark with our accomplishments before we pass,” she remarked, encouraging youth to remain active and goal-oriented.

State-level athlete Pavan U.D. from JSS High School, Suttur, and Sri H.C. Umesh, a Physical Education Instructor, took the oath on behalf of students and sports teachers.

The event saw an impressive guard of honor and parade by participating teams from 134 JSS Educational Institutions, with 3,218 students competing in various sports over three days. A breathtaking Mallakhamba performance by students of the JSS Free Residential School, Suttur, captivated the audience.

The program began with an invocation by school students, followed by a warm welcome from Sri Lokeshappa. Sri H.S. Gangadharaswamy delivered the vote of thanks, and Sri D.M. Siddalingaswamy served as the program’s master of ceremonies. Present at the event were Sri Jayarajendra Swamiji, JSS Mahavidyapeeta Secretary Sri S.P. Manjunath, Sri S. Shivakumaraswamy, and heads of various departments.

The three-day sports meet stands as a testament to JSS Mahavidyapeetha’s commitment to fostering education and sportsmanship among students.

Bhoomipuja of the mantapas for the Adijagadguru Sri Shivarathreeshwara Shivayogi Swamiji Jatra Mahotsav, commemorating the 38th Punya Smarane of His Holiness Jagadguru Dr. Sri Shivarathri Rajendra Mahaswami, was held on Friday, December 6, at Sri Sutturkshetra. The ceremony took place in the divine presence of His Holiness Jagadguru Sri Shivarathri Deshikendra Mahaswamiji, with Haraguru Charamurthy, Heads of JSS Institutions, and others in attendance.

Suttur, December 12, 2024: The 38th Punyaradhane of His Holiness Jagadguru Dr. Sri Shivarathri Rajendra Mahaswamiji was observed with devotion and grandeur at Sri Sutturkshetra. Special poojas, Rudrabhisheka, Ashtottara, and other rituals were performed at the shrine of Adijagadguru Sri Shivarathreeshwara Shivayogi Swamiji in the divine presence of His Holiness Jagadguru Sri Shivarathri Deshikendra Mahaswamiji.

As part of the observance, the Bhoomipooja of the mantapas for the upcoming Jatra Mahotsava of Adijagadguru Sri Shivarathreeshwara Shivayogi Swamiji, scheduled to be held from January 26 to 31, 2025, was also conducted with great reverence.

A preparatory meeting for the Jatra Mahotsava was held with the participation of villagers from surrounding areas and esteemed seers from various mathas, including Vatalu, Alamatti, Kuderu Shankaramath, Bettadapura, Neelakantaswamy Math, Ramapura, Dandikere, Harave, Chikkatuppuru, Huliyurudurga, Chunchahalli, Naviluru, Kuderu, Kunduru, Paduguru, Honnalagere, Nanjangud, Maadalli, Ragibommanahalli, Kesavatturu Math, and Haraguru Charamurthy. Office-bearers of the Srimath and a large number of devotees also actively participated.

The meeting paid heartfelt condolences to the late Jatra Mahotsava committee members, Sri Siddalingappa of Alatturu Gowda and Sri Kumarappa of Jeemarahalli, for their contributions to the festivities.

The event began with a warm welcome address by Prof. Subbappa, followed by a vote of thanks from Sri C.V. Basavaraju. The program was compered by Sri H.L. Prakash, with an invocation rendered by the students.

The preparations and rituals reflect the spiritual significance and collective efforts that mark the annual Jatra Mahotsava as a deeply revered event in the region.

Special alankara at the shrine of His Holiness Jagadguru Dr. Sri Shivarathri Rajendra Mahaswamiji, commemorating the 38th Punyasmarane, on Friday, December 6, at Sri Sutturkshetra.