Mysuru, September 21, 2019: The 104th Jayanthi of His Holiness Sri Rajendra Mahaswamiji was celebrated with great enthusiasm at the JSS College of Commerce, Arts and Science, B.N. Road, Mysuru on September 21, 2019.
Sri S.A. Ramdas, MLA, expressed his heartfelt gratitude for being an alumnus of the college and emphasized the significance of having the right role model in life. Drawing inspiration from great scientists, he highlighted the transformative power of determination exemplified by Paramapujya Jagadguru Sri Rajendra Mahaswamiji, stating that such influential personalities can enlighten the lives of students.
The occasion also witnessed the inauguration of the students’ Cultural and Sports Forum by Prof. S.R. Niranjana, former Vice-Chancellor of Gulbarga University and Chairperson of the Department of Biotechnology at the University of Mysore. Prof. Niranjana emphasized the importance of basic infrastructure in educational institutions and expressed concern over the potential hindrance to true education due to excessive modernization. He encouraged students to leverage digitalization in education, considering the computer as an invaluable teacher with the guidance of teacher-facilitators. Prof. Niranjana urged students to embrace diversified education and march hand-in-hand with their teachers to fulfill the aspirations of the revered Swamiji in providing holistic education.
Dr. K. Anantharamu, a retired Professor of Kannada from Maharaja’s College, Mysuru, enlightened the students on the significance of moral values. He emphasized that marks are not as crucial as the remarks that shape one’s character. Education without moral values, he stated, is meaningless. Dr. Anantharamu praised HH Sri Rajendra Mahaswamiji as a true visionary and educationist, crediting him for bringing the benefits of education to the world from his roots in Suttur.
The event also featured the distribution of prizes to meritorious students.
The program began with the dignitaries offering floral tributes to the portrait of His Holiness Dr. Sri Shivarathri Rajendra Mahaswamiji. Prof. B.V. Sambashivaiah, Chief Executive of the College, delivered an introductory speech highlighting the significance of the occasion. Prof. M. Mahadevappa, Principal of the College, administered the oath to the students and faculty. The distinguished presence of Prof. D.S. Sadashivamurthy, Dr. Vijayamanjunath Guru, and Sri M. Karthik added to the event’s grandeur.
Kum. Sannidhi K N of II B.Sc. commenced the program with a soulful invocation. Kum. Lakshmi M of III B.Sc. warmly welcomed the gathering, while Kum. Ayusha Samrin proposed a vote of thanks. Kum. Subashini, III BCA, expertly compered the program.