Udupi: “This institution, born in the land of Amrit, offers the nectar of knowledge,” said Sri Vidyasagara Teertha Swamiji of Sri Krishnapura Matha during the inauguration of the Amrit Mahotsava of Mahatma Gandhi Memorial (MGM) College on Friday (Nov 29).
Speaking at the event, Swamiji said, “The qualities of this land, the vision of the founders, and their efficient administration make it unsurprising that this institution is celebrating its Amrit Mahotsava.”
He added, “There are two paths to achievement: the path of karma and the path of knowledge. While the path of karma leads to ephemeral heavenly pleasures, the path of knowledge grants eternal liberation. By continuously imparting such profound knowledge, this institution has earned the right to celebrate this milestone. May it grow further in stature and celebrate its centenary soon.”
MLA Yashpal Suvarna remarked, “The Manipal group of institutions has added beauty to the name of Udupi. These institutions have elevated Udupi’s reputation to great heights. This college deserves praise for shaping thousands of students who contribute to the nation’s future.”
Niranjan Vanalli, Vice-Chancellor of Bengaluru North University and an alumnus of MGM College, conveyed his best wishes during his address.
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T. Mohandas Pai-Memorial Amrit Soudha was inaugurated by T. Satish U. Pai, President of the MGM College Trust. Udupi Deputy Commissioner, Dr. K. Vidyakumari, inaugurated the exhibition.
As part of the celebrations and in memory of T.M. Pai, a special commemorative postal cover was released by the Postal Department.
Sri Vidyasagar Teertha Swamiji honored T. Satish U. Pai during the event. Members of Dr. T.M. Pai’s family were also felicitated.
The event was attended by Ashok Pai, President of TMA Pai Foundation; Dr. Sandhya S. Pai, Managing Editor of
Taranga; Vasanthi R. Pai, Trustee of MGM College; Dr. H.S. Ballal, Pro-Chancellor of MAHE, Manipal, and President of AGE Manipal; Lt. Gen. (Dr.) M.D. Venkatesh, Vice-Chancellor of MAHE, Manipal; Dr. Narayan Sabhahit, Pro-Vice-Chancellor of Bengaluru North University; CA B.P. Varadaraya Pai, Secretary of AGE; Prof. Lakshminarayana Karanth, Principal of MGM College; Malathi Devi, Principal of MGM PU College; Dr. Devidas S. Nayak, Principal of MGM Evening College; and T. Ranga Pai, Director of T. Mohandas Pai Skill Development Center.
