Indian Institute of Information Technology to be ready in Dharwad in 2 months

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March 4, 2021

Dharwad, Mar 4: The construction of the much-awaited Rs 117 Crore Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Center being built at Tadasinakoppa Villaage near here will be completed within the next two months time, according to Mr. Aravind Bellad, Member of the Karnataka Legislative Assembly from Dharwad West Constituency.

Mr. Bellad, who toured the construction site today including various parts of the proposed building such as the Administration, Student Hostels, Auditorium Blocks Etc., said that the design of the Structure had to be changed due to certain defects in the original plan. The new design is Similar to the design of the Karnataka Agriculture University in Dharwad and will become one of the most beautiful Structure when completed.

Mr. Bellad Thanked the former higher Education Minister, Mr. R. V. Deshpande and the Union Minister for for Parliamentary affairs and Coal, Mr. Prahlad Joshi in bringing the IIIT to Dharwad and also the support extended by the villagers around the area. Once ready, the proposed Center will run on its own by collection of tuition fees and other means, but without depending on any Financial Grants from the Government, he added.

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Udupi school girl Shagun Verma Hegde to lead India U-15 volleyball team in China

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December 2,2025

Udupi, Dec 2: A wave of regional pride is sweeping through Udupi district as Shagun S Verma Hegde, a talented Class 9 student from Christ King English Medium High School, Karkala, has been named the captain of the Indian National Team for the Under-15 Girls’ Volleyball Championship.

Shagun holds the unique distinction of being the sole player from Karnataka selected to represent the country in the prestigious international tournament. The championship, organized by the School Games Federation, is scheduled to take place in Shangluo, China, from December 3 to 13, where Shagun will lead the national squad.

A Remarkable Journey to the Top

Shagun’s selection is a testament to her dedication and exceptional skill on the court. Her journey included several rigorous rounds of selection:

• She was the only player from Udupi district to qualify for the state-level selection camp.

• Out of eight players from Karnataka who advanced to the national selection camp in Pune, Maharashtra, Shagun was the only one to secure a place in the final national squad.

• The national camp saw participation from approximately 200 players, which was shortlisted to 23. Shagun not only made the final cut but was also ranked as the second-best player overall, solidifying her leadership role.

Shagun, who is the daughter of Sandesh Verma and Shruthiraj of Kallotte, Karkala, has trained under experienced coaches Santosh D’Souza, Jeevan D’Silva, Jairaj Poojary, and Ramesh. Her selection as the team captain has brought profound honour to her family, school, the Udupi district, and the entire state of Karnataka.

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