Varnothsava-2K23, an inter-collegiate techno-cultural fest, was inaugurated at Shri Madhwa Vadiraja Institute of Technology and Management, Bantakal on 27th December 2023.
Alumnus Ms. Shriraksha Acharya, Lead Support Engineer, Cloud Software Group, Citrix was the Chief Guest for the function. While addressing the gathering, she reminisced the way she began her journey in Varnothsava as a participant in her first year and finishing off as a coordinator in her final year. Mr. Abhinav Karaba, another alumnus of the college and ADAS Engineer, Mercedes Benz Research and Development India was the Guest of Honor. He highlighted the importance of having a hobby in one’s life, Yakshagana being his. He also stressed on how adaptability is important to overcome challenges faced in life. Shri Rathnakumar, Secretary, SSVMET, Professor Dr. Thirumaleshwara Bhat, Principal and Dr. Ganesh Aithal, Vice Principal were among the dignitaries on the dais.
Shri. Rathnakumar, Secretary, Shri Sode Vadiraja Mutt Education Trust, Udupi in his address, recollected contribution of alumni guests and urged the students to become performers like today’s guest.
Ms. Chandana, 4th year, CSE student welcomed the gathering. The dignitaries inaugurated the fest by lighting the lamp. Mr. Paul Suraj, Physical Education Director and Ms. Jayashree, Assistant Professor, Department of ECE, announced the winners of sports and various Manthana in-house technical events. Mr. Manish, 2nd year, AI-ML student rendered an invocation and Ms. Natasha Chrissane Lobo, 2nd year CSE student proposed the vote of thanks. Ms. Sumayya, 2nd year CSE and Ms. Athmika Shetty, 4th year, ECE compered the program.