The Library and Information Centre in collaboration with IQAC organized National Read A Book Day – Book Talk: Express Your Favorite Read on 6th September 2025 at 12.00 PM in the Seminar Hall.
The programme began with a prayer by Mrs. Ganavi, III B.Sc. student. Mrs. Kavitha J.N., Librarian, delivered the welcome speech, highlighting the importance of reading and explaining why books are essential for knowledge, creativity, and personal growth.
Several faculty members and students actively participated in sharing their thoughts and book reflections:
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Mrs. Kalavathi, Assistant Professor, Department of Kannada, spoke on the values and life lessons expressed in Sri Ramayana Dharshanam.
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Mr. Lokesh, GS Assistant Professor, Department of Economics, shared insights from the book Kanoonu Hegadathi.
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Ms. Bhoomika, I Year HSG student, narrated the story of the birth of the Pandavas from the Mahabharata.
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Ms. Chandanashri, III B.Sc. student, reviewed Chetan Bhagat’s The Three Mistakes of My Life.
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Mr. Manjunath, III B.Sc. student, presented several small inspiring stories.
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Mr. Mohan, III B.A. student, spoke about the story Karana Heli Hogu.
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Mr. Harsha, II Year student, also participated enthusiastically by expressing his views.
The resource person, Mr. R.K. Shivappa, Assistant Professor, Department of Kannada, motivated students to develop the habit of daily reading. He explained how Sri Ramayana Darshanam by Kuvempu earned the Jnanpith Award and stressed that every student should maintain a personal library at home.
Dr. M.K. Manjunatha, Principal, in his address, emphasized that every student should make it a habit to read at least one page a day, as reading strengthens the mind and builds intellectual discipline.
The programme concluded with the Presidential Remarks by Dr. M.K. Manjunatha, Principal, followed by the Vote of Thanks proposed by Dr. Nirupama M., HoD of Zoology.
The event was a grand success, inspiring students and staff to cultivate the lifelong habit of reading.
