Mysuru, September 22, 2019: Sri L. Revanasiddaiah, a retired DGP and Chairman of the Gubbi Thotadappa Organisation, expressed his admiration for the tremendous service rendered by His Holiness Sri Shivarathri Rajendra Mahaswamiji to society. He shared his sentiments during the inauguration of the 104th Birth celebrations of Sri Shivarathri Rajendra Mahaswamiji, the 23rd Pontiff of Suttur Math. The event, organized by the Sri Shivarathri Rajendra Seva Trust, took place at the Gubbi Thotadappa Dharma Samsthe Student Hostel in Sardar Vallabhbhaipatel Nagar, Mysuru.
Sri Revanasiddaiah highlighted Swamiji’s extraordinary contributions, particularly the establishment of free student hostels and the provision of food for students from rural areas. He expressed his gratitude, stating that he himself was a beneficiary of the Swamiji’s generosity. Sri Revanasiddaiah emphasized the significant impact that the HH Swamiji’s initiatives had on countless students, becoming a beacon of hope for their education and future.
Dr. M. Mahadevappa, an esteemed Agriculture Scientist and recipient of the Padmabhushan award graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. He encouraged students to seize the numerous opportunities offered by today’s advanced education system. Dr. Mahadevappa urged the students to value and preserve the country’s culture and traditions while utilizing science for the betterment of society, becoming exemplary citizens of the nation.
Presiding over the event, Prof. Puttabuddhi, President of the organization, reminisced about the scarcity of food during earlier times and commended the Paramapujya Swamiji for triumphing over all obstacles and providing free meals to hostel students. He bestowed his blessings upon the attendees, wishing them success and prosperity.
Prof. Nanjundappa, Vice President of JSS Senior Students’ Association, was also present on the dais, lending his support to the event. The program commenced with an invocation by student Sachin. Sri Akshay Mallappa, Trustee of the Sri Shivarathri Rajendra Seva Trust, extended a warm welcome to the gathering. Sri Duggahatti Mallikarjunswamy expertly compered the proceedings. Notable attendees included other Trustees Sri Prabhudeva and Sri Srikantaswamy, Hostel Warden Sri Anandamurthy, parents of the hostel inmates, and students.
Sri L. Revanasiddaiah, DGP (Retd.) addressing the gathering after inaugurating the 104th Jayanthi Mahotsav of Paramapujya Jagadguru Sri Shivarathri Rajendra Mahawamiji, organized by the Sri Shivarathri Rajendra Seva Trust, Mysuru. Akshay Mallappa, Prof. Puttabuddhi, Dr. M. Mahadevappa, Prof. Nanjundappa and Duggahatti Mallikarjunswamy are seen in the picture.