VHP, BD to hold grand Ramotsav in city

March 24, 2012

Mangalore, March 24: The Vishwa Hindu Parishath, Bajrang Dal and Shri Ramothsava Samithi are jointly organizing a three-day long Shri Ramotsav programme at the Nehru Maidan in the city from March 31 to April 2.

On March 31 at 9.30 am the flag hoisting and establishing of the idol of Seetaram will take place. Rotary governor Dr Devdas Rai will lead the flag hoisting. In the afternoon there will be Mahapooja and Prasad distribution.

In the evening Bhajans will be performed. At the religious meeting in the evening Shri Ramananda Swamiji, Shri Mohan Das Swamiji, Shri Rajashekharananda Swamiji will be present along with N Yogish Bhat, Captain Ganesh Karnik, K S Nityananda, Dr Dayananda Pai and Nalin Kumar Kateel.

On April 1 Shri Ramanavami special pooja will be held and on April 2 under the leadership of Vidwan Ganesh Raj, Seetharam Kalyanothsav will take place.

At 8 pm on the first day, there will be Bhakti Rasamanjari by Ramakrishna Katukukke and on the second day at 8 pm there will be a Tulu drama “Tulunad Beere Devu Poonje” by Lion Kishore D Shetty and team. On the third day at 7 pm there will be Punya Lahari (Shabari) a dance drama by Sanathana Natyalaya, Mangalore. On the same day at 9 pm burning of Ravana and an attractive fireworks display will be showcased.

On April 1 for the workers of Vishwa Hindu Parishad and Bajrang Dal there will be Kabbadi tournament and for the workers of Mathru Mandali and Durgavahani various sports competitions will be conducted.

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Screen silence: Karnataka’s bold ‘switch-off’ strategy to boost SSLC scores

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February 5,2026

In an era where digital distractions are the primary rival to academic excellence, the Karnataka Education Department is taking the fight directly to the living room. As the SSLC (Class 10) annual examinations loom, officials have launched a localized "digital strike" to ensure students aren't losing their competitive edge to scrolling or soap operas.

The 7-to-9 Lockdown

The department has issued a formal directive urging—and in some cases, enforcing via home visits—a total blackout of mobile phones and television sets between 7:00 PM and 9:00 PM. This two-hour window is being designated as "sacred study time" across the state until the examinations conclude on April 2.

Key Pillars of the Initiative:

• Doorstep Advocacy: Teachers are transitioning from classrooms to living rooms, meeting parents to explain the psychological benefits of a distraction-free environment.

• Parental Accountability: The campaign shifts the burden of discipline from the student to the household, asking parents to lead by example and switch off their own devices.

• The Timeline: The focus remains sharp on the upcoming exam block, scheduled from March 18 to April 2.

"The objective is simple: uninterrupted focus. We are reclaiming the evening hours for the students, ensuring their environment is as prepared as their minds," stated a senior department official.

Student vs. Reality

While the student community has largely welcomed the "forced focus"—with many admitting they lack the willpower to ignore notifications—the move has sparked a debate on enforceability. Without a "TV Police," the success of this initiative rests entirely on the shoulders of parents and the persuasive power of visiting educators.

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