Govt focused on developing existing engineering colleges: CM

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May 12, 2012

Mangalore, May 12: The government has put a break on establishment of new institutions this year with an intention to focus on the development of existing engineering colleges and educational institutions in the state, said D V Sadananda Gowda, Chief Minister.

He was speaking after inaugurating 'Srishti 2012', state level project exhibition and competition for engineering students organized by Akhila Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP), at Sahyadri College of Engineering and Management, Mangalore, on Saturday.

Stating that the state government had taken steps to encourage engineering education in the state, Mr. Gowda said that many polytechnic s had been converted into engineering colleges. He also said that the government is considering providing research centres in colleges so that students could work more in the direction of innovation.

“Mere degrees do not serve the purpose. In today's competitive world, what matters is the edge that one possesses in terms of skill and innovation. Project exhibitions such as Srishti help students in developing their personality and gain that egde. Events like these not only inspire hundreds of other students but also teach how to find answers to life's challenges”, he said.

Students from various parts of the state representing various engineering colleges are taking part in the three day event.

The second day of 'Srishti-2012' will witness a special talk at 3.30pm on “Understanding India” by Shradhalu Ranade, Renowned Scientist, Chennai. This session will be presided over by Sri Kirti C Shah, Project Leader- Cardolite Specialty Chemicals India Pvt. Ltd. Also a cultural program has been organized at 6pm wherein “Rastra Devobha” a patriotic play will be presented by Santana Natyalaya.

A special seminar on “When medicine met engineering- opportunities and scope in India and the developing world" will be held at 11am. Eminent Pharma scientist Dr. Praveen Bhat Gurpar, MBBS Phd (USA) will be sharing his views and interacting with the students on Monday.

The Valedictory and the prize distribution session will be held on at 4.30pm on Monday.

Prizes worth Rs 3 lakh will be awarded under various categories including the championship trophy, runner up trophy and student friendly award.

The exhibition will be open for public from May 13, 10am onwards.

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The latest arrests contribute to a robust year-to-date record, underscoring the police's relentless commitment to combating the drug menace.

Up to December 14 this year, the police have registered a total of 107 cases of drug peddling, leading to the arrest of 219 peddlers. Furthermore, they have booked 562 cases of drug consumption, resulting in the arrest of 671 individuals.

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