District in-charge Minister Ravi faces protest on his maiden visit to Mangalore

July 21, 2012

Mangalore, July 21: C.T. Ravi, the new Dakshina Kannada district in-charge Minister had to face protesters during his maiden visit to Mangalore after assuming the new office on Saturday, but the agitators turned out to be his former colleagues, the members of Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad.

The protesters, who pitched tent outside the Deputy Commissioner's office, of submitted a memorandum to Mr. Ravi, who is also the Higher Education Minister demanding restoration of old admission norms for the third and fifth semester students in polytechnics.

In a memorandum submitted to the Minister, Chinmaya Rai, secetary of the ABVP Mangalore unit decried the change of admission norms for the polytechnics effected without any prior notice.

“The circular bringing in changes to the admission norms was issued only after the results of the examination were announced. According to the new norms students should not have a backlog of four subjects to gain entry to the third or fifth semester. The government should have made students aware of the new norms before they wrote the examination,” Mr. Rai said in the memorandum.

He urged the government to continue the carry over system and provide adequate infrastructure to the polytechnics

“The ABVP has been demanding the Government over the last few years to provide proper infrastructure to the polytechnics. Students do not even have access to laboratory. Some polytechnics do not even have their own buildings and teaching staff. This has left the students in a piquant situation,” Mr. Rai said.

Responding to the memorandum, Mr. Ravi said he would look into the issue and try to solve it as soon as possible.

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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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