NEWS Paper Clipping: Special Lecture: International Women’s Day-2026

Paper Name:-Kannada Prabha

Date of Programme:- 09.03.2026

Publication Date:- 12.03.2026

Page No.: 02

The Department of Sociology of Sri Adichunchanagiri First Grade College organized a special lecture on International Women's Day on March 9, 2026. Dr. Bharathi Nagesh, Secretary of Nagesh Shikshana Trust, delivered the lecture and spoke about women’s empowerment, social awareness, and responsible use of technology among students. The program was presided over by Dr. M. K. Manjunatha, Principal of the college. 

ಶ್ರೀ ಆದಿಚುಂಚನಗಿರಿ ಪ್ರಥಮ ದರ್ಜೆ ಕಾಲೇಜು, ಸಮಾಜಶಾಸ್ತ್ರ ವಿಭಾಗವು ಮಾರ್ಚ್ 9, 2026 ರಂದು ಅಂತರರಾಷ್ಟ್ರೀಯ ಮಹಿಳಾ ದಿನಾಚರಣೆ ಪ್ರಯುಕ್ತ ವಿಶೇಷ ಉಪನ್ಯಾಸವನ್ನು ಆಯೋಜಿಸಿತು. ಡಾ. ಭಾರತಿ ನಾಗೇಶ್, ನಾಗೇಶ್ ಶಿಕ್ಷಣ ಟ್ರಸ್ಟ್‌ನ ಕಾರ್ಯದರ್ಶಿಗಳು, ಸಂಪನ್ಮೂಲ ವ್ಯಕ್ತಿಯಾಗಿ ಭಾಗವಹಿಸಿ ಮಹಿಳಾ ಸಬಲೀಕರಣ, ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಜಾಗೃತಿ ಹಾಗೂ ವಿದ್ಯಾರ್ಥಿಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ತಂತ್ರಜ್ಞಾನವನ್ನು ಜವಾಬ್ದಾರಿಯುತವಾಗಿ ಬಳಸುವ ಮಹತ್ವದ ಕುರಿತು ಉಪನ್ಯಾಸ ನೀಡಿದರು. ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮದ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಷತೆಯನ್ನು ಕಾಲೇಜಿನ ಪ್ರಾಂಶುಪಾಲರಾದ ಡಾ. ಎಂ.ಕೆ. ಮಂಜುನಾಥ ವಹಿಸಿದ್ದರು.

Campus to Corporate: Personality Building

 A Career Guidance and Personality Development titled “Campus to Corporate” was successfully conducted at Sri Adichunchanagiri First Grade College, Channarayapatna, for final-year students. The programme was organised by Mr. Sridhar A. N., Assistant Professor, Department of Commerce, who serves as the Coordinator of the Career Guidance and Placement Cell.

The workshop was conducted in association with BSBS – The B School. The session was led by the corporate expert “Krishna Mahankali”, Chief Trainer at BSBS, who has extensive experience in corporate finance, trade finance, treasury, and risk management. The program focused on bridging the gap between campus education and corporate expectations. Key topics covered during the workshop included:

* Career Opportunities for graduates

* Personality Development

* Team Building

* Leadership skills.

During the session, the resource person shared valuable insights about corporate culture, professional behaviour, communication skills, and the competencies required to succeed in the corporate world. The students actively participated in the discussions and activities conducted during the program. Overall, the session was highly beneficial in motivating students and preparing them for future career opportunities in the corporate sector.

Field Visit to Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation Limited (KPTCL) 220/66 KV Receiving Station, Yachenahalli, Channarayapatna

 The Department of Physics organized a field visit to the Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation Limited (KPTCL) 220/66 KV Receiving Station, Yachenahalli, Channarayapatna on 12.03.2026. The main objective of the visit was to provide students with practical knowledge about electrical power transmission, receiving, and distribution systems. A total of 30 students from First Year and Second Year PCM participated in the field visit.

The students were accompanied by Ms. Arpitha H.J., Head of the Department of Physics, Ms. Sahana H.K., Lecturer in Physics, and Mrs. Kavitha J.N., Librarian. The visit provided an excellent opportunity for the students to observe the functioning of a power receiving station and to understand the technical aspects involved in electricity transmission.

Mr. Nagesh, the assistant engineer, gave a detailed explanation of how the receiving station works during the visit. He informed the students that the station receives electrical power of 220 KV from the 440 KV power grid located at Shantigrama, Hassan. He clearly explained the step-by-step procedure involved in receiving the power from the main grid and how it is regulated and managed at the station.

Mr. Nagesh also explained the important equipment used in the receiving station, such as power transformers, circuit breakers, control panels, and transmission lines. He described how the high-voltage electricity received from the grid is converted to a lower voltage level through transformers so that it can be safely transmitted to various substations and distributed to different regions.

We also showed the students the control room, where we monitor and regulate the electricity supply. The engineer explained the safety measures followed in the station and highlighted the importance of maintaining a stable and continuous power supply.

Overall, the field visit was very informative and beneficial for the students. It helped them understand the practical aspects of electricity transmission and distribution and connect their classroom learning with real-world applications. 

NEWS Paper Clipping: Special Lecture: International Women’s Day-2026

Paper Name:-Samyukta Karnataka

Date of Programme:- 09.03.2026

Publication Date:- 10.03.2026

Page No.: 04

    The Department of Sociology of Sri Adichunchanagiri First Grade College organized a special lecture on International Women's Day on March 9, 2026. Dr. Bharathi Nagesh, Secretary of Nagesh Shikshana Trust, delivered the lecture and spoke about women’s empowerment, social awareness, and responsible use of technology among students. The program was presided over by Dr. M. K. Manjunatha, Principal of the college. 

ಶ್ರೀ ಆದಿಚುಂಚನಗಿರಿ ಪ್ರಥಮ ದರ್ಜೆ ಕಾಲೇಜು, ಸಮಾಜಶಾಸ್ತ್ರ ವಿಭಾಗವು ಮಾರ್ಚ್ 9, 2026 ರಂದು ಅಂತರರಾಷ್ಟ್ರೀಯ ಮಹಿಳಾ ದಿನಾಚರಣೆ ಪ್ರಯುಕ್ತ ವಿಶೇಷ ಉಪನ್ಯಾಸವನ್ನು ಆಯೋಜಿಸಿತು. ಡಾ. ಭಾರತಿ ನಾಗೇಶ್, ನಾಗೇಶ್ ಶಿಕ್ಷಣ ಟ್ರಸ್ಟ್‌ನ ಕಾರ್ಯದರ್ಶಿಗಳು, ಸಂಪನ್ಮೂಲ ವ್ಯಕ್ತಿಯಾಗಿ ಭಾಗವಹಿಸಿ ಮಹಿಳಾ ಸಬಲೀಕರಣ, ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಜಾಗೃತಿ ಹಾಗೂ ವಿದ್ಯಾರ್ಥಿಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ತಂತ್ರಜ್ಞಾನವನ್ನು ಜವಾಬ್ದಾರಿಯುತವಾಗಿ ಬಳಸುವ ಮಹತ್ವದ ಕುರಿತು ಉಪನ್ಯಾಸ ನೀಡಿದರು. ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮದ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಷತೆಯನ್ನು ಕಾಲೇಜಿನ ಪ್ರಾಂಶುಪಾಲರಾದ ಡಾ. ಎಂ.ಕೆ. ಮಂಜುನಾಥ ವಹಿಸಿದ್ದರು.

Special Lecture: International Women’s Day-2026

The Department of Sociology organized a special lecture on the occasion of International Women’s Day on March 9, 2026, at 11:30 AM in Lecture Hall 201 at Sri Adichunchanagiri First Grade College, Channarayapatna. The program aimed to create awareness about women’s empowerment and the status of women in contemporary society.

The event began with an invocation song rendered by Prajwal B.R., a First-year B.A. student. This was followed by the welcome address delivered by Dr. Praveen Kumar S., Head of the Department of Sociology, who welcomed the dignitaries, faculty members, and students. As a symbolic gesture to mark the occasion, the dignitaries inaugurated the program by watering plants, symbolizing growth, sustainability, and empowerment.

The program was graced by Dr. Bharathi Nagesh, Secretary of Nagesh Shikshana Trust, as the Resource Person. The resource person was formally introduced to the gathering by Ms. Kavitha J.N., Librarian, who highlighted her contributions and achievements.

In her address, Dr. Bharathi Nagesh spoke about the importance of women’s empowerment and the status of women in society. She emphasized the need for students to develop both IQ (Intelligence Quotient) and EQ (Emotional Quotient) and highlighted the importance of maintaining balanced mental, physical, and social well-being. During her lecture, she presented statistical data on various social issues affecting women, including dowry harassment, rape cases, girl child harassment, and child marriage. She stressed that awareness, education, and legal literacy are essential to address these issues and improve the position of women in society. She also spoke about the misuse of mobile phones among students, explaining that excessive exposure to inappropriate and harmful content on the internet can negatively affect students’ lives and values. She advised students to use technology responsibly for learning, knowledge, and personal development.

The presidential address was delivered by Dr. M.K. Manjunatha, Principal of SAFG College, who emphasized the importance of gender equality, respect for women, and social responsibility. Dr. Nirupama M., Head of the Department of Zoology, also present on the dais, adding dignity to the occasion.

The program was anchored by Chandana M.D., a Second-year B.A. student, who conducted the event smoothly. The program concluded with the vote of thanks delivered by Mr. Shekhimran, Assistant Professor, who expressed gratitude to the chief guest, principal, faculty members, and students for their presence and support. The session was informative and enlightening, highlighting the importance of awareness, education, and social responsibility in empowering women and addressing gender-related issues in society.