Graduation Day 2026 Celebrated with Pride and Grandeur

Shri Madhwa Vadiraja Institute of Technology and Management (SMVITM), Bantakal, celebrated its Graduation Day on Sunday, 11 October 2026, at the college premises, marking a significant milestone in the academic journey of its graduating undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Dr. B. E. Rangaswamy, Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor of Davangere University, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Addressing the graduates, he emphasized the importance of education, innovation, and entrepreneurship in shaping a brighter future. He encouraged students to explore opportunities under the Startup India initiative, pursue their aspirations, and contribute meaningfully to society.
Dr. Venkappayya R. Desai, Director of IIT Dharwad, attended as the Guest of Honour. He highlighted the significance of continuous learning, research, innovation, and sustainable development. Encouraging graduates to adopt the principles of “Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle,” he stressed the importance of ethical values and practical solutions to real-world challenges.

The ceremony was presided over by His Holiness Shri Vishwavallabha Theertha Swamiji, President of Shri Sode Vadiraja Mutt Education Trust, Udupi. In his presidential address, he emphasized honesty, moral values, social responsibility, and lifelong learning. He encouraged graduates to face challenges with courage and acknowledge the contributions of their parents and teachers.

Sri Rathnakumar, Secretary, SSVMET, Udupi, encouraged graduates to embrace both success and failure with confidence and determination while preserving Indian culture, traditions, and values.

Dr. Nagaraj Bhat, Principal, SMVITM, welcomed the gathering, congratulated the graduates, and acknowledged the contributions of parents, faculty members, and the institution towards their academic achievements.

A major highlight of the ceremony was the felicitation of meritorious students. Gold medals were presented to Ms. Keerthi, Ms. Sinchana, Mr. Harshith Raju, Mr. M. Shafaz A R, Ms. Annapurna Shenoy, Mr. Vikas, and Ms. Raksha Subramanya Shetty for securing top positions in their respective branches and programme. Ms. Sinchana, from the Department of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, was also honoured for securing the 4th Rank in the Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) examinations.

The Heads of Departments announced the names of the graduating students, while Dr. Sudarshan Rao K, Dean of Academics, administered the graduation oath, reaffirming the graduates’ commitment to professional ethics, integrity, and social responsibility.

The ceremony was attended by Dr. Gururaj Kidiyoor, Prof. B. S. Revenkar, Sri Harish Belman, Sri Nandakumar Upadhyaya, Sri Shamasundar, Deans Dr. Sudarshan Rao and Dr. Sachin S. Bhat, and all Heads of Departments.

The proceedings were compered by Ms. Sahana S. R. and Dr. Punith Bekal.

The celebration concluded on an inspiring note, encouraging graduates to pursue excellence, uphold ethical values, and contribute positively to society.