ABVP activists thrash student for not wearing saffron shawl in college

March 3, 2017

Bhatkal, Mar 3: The anti-hijab agitation by the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad in Uttara Kannada district took a violent turn this week as a student was assaulted by the miscreants for not wearing saffron shawl in the college.

The victim has been identified as Jayant Naika, a student of BA 4th semester at the Government First Grade College in Bhatkal. His crime was that he did not care the ABVP activists' order to wear saffron shawl as part of ‘Kesari Shawl Abhiyan’ against hijab.

As he reached college without wearing saffron shawl on Wednesday, the ABVP activists surrounded him and thrashed him.

After the assault, the victim lodged a complaint against his classmate Abhishek and final year students Raghavendra, Jeevan, Sandeep, all ABVP activists.

Even before police could arrest them, the assaulters surrendered in the court, which granted them bail.

Also Read: Uttara Kannada MP backs ABVP’s anti-hijab agitation in colleges

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SMR Public School’s ‘EXCELLENTIA’ highlights academic excellence and holistic growth

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December 16,2025

Melkar (Bantwal): The 9th Annual Day celebration of SMR Public School, titled “EXCELLENTIA”, was held on December 15 with great enthusiasm and dignity, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s journey towards academic excellence and holistic development.

The programme was inaugurated by Dr. U. T. Iftikar Ali. The chief guests were Dr. Akhtar Hussain, Mr. P. Moosabba Beary, Mr. Zakaria Jokattre, and Dr. T. M. Abdul Rahuf—whose inspiring addresses motivated the students and appreciated the school’s contributions to education.

Mr. Abdul Nasir, Mr. Ibrahim Gadiyar, Mr. Razak Golthamajal, Mr. Sali Koya, Mr. Arshad Hussain, Mr. Ismail Balanoor, Mr. Feroz Bawa, Mr. Sahul Hameed, Mr. Abubakkar, Mr. Hameed K. Mani, Mr. Abdul Majeed (Principal, Melkar Women’s College), and Mr. Abdul Lathief (Former Principal, Melkar Women’s College) were the guests of honour.

The Annual Report was presented by the Headmistress, Ms. Fathimathul Zaheera, highlighting the school’s achievements and progress during the academic year. The Presidential Address was delivered by the Chairman of SMR Public School, Dr. Haji S. M. Rasheed, who emphasised the vital role of education in shaping students’ futures and stressed the importance of discipline, dedication, and consistent effort in achieving 100 per cent academic results.

Secretary of SMR Public School, Mr. Rifath Ahmed, and PTA President, Mr. Sandeep Kumar, were also present on the occasion.

The Annual Day celebration showcased the collective efforts of students and teachers and reaffirmed the school’s commitment to quality education and all-round development. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to all dignitaries, parents, and well-wishers for their support. The 9th Annual Day—EXCELLENTIA—was a memorable and successful event, leaving a lasting impression on everyone present.

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