Pulse Polio immunization programme on Jan 18 and Feb 22

January 16, 2015

Mangaluru, Jan 16: The Pulse Polio immunization programme will be launched state-wide in Karnataka on Sunday, with the state health department making arrangements to set up as many as 32,628 booths across the state to serve the purpose.

Addressing a press conference here on Friday, Minister for Health and Family Welfare U T Khader said that the two rounds of the pulse polio programme for 2014-15 would be held in Karnataka on January 18 and February 22, aiming to cover all children below 5 years of age throughout the country as part of the national programme to eradicate polio. The programme will be given a state-wide launch in Karnataka on Sunday in Bengaluru by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, he informed.

Director of Directorate of Health and Family Welfare Services Dr H C Ramesh said that around 75 lakh children altogether below 5 years of age would be covered under the immunization programme in the state this year. As many as 1,03,440 health workers in 51,558 teams will help in administering polio drops to children. A total of 2,162 transit teams and 923 mobile teams will be set up throughout the state, he informed, adding that the health department was taking care to ensure every child in the state was fully immunized.

In Dakshina Kannada district, a total of 921 booths will be set up to administer polio drops to children below five years of age. There will be 26 transit teams, 10 mobile teams and 3,808 volunteers in the district to administer polio drops, said Mr Khader.

The district administration aims at covering a total of 1,68,480 children under the pulse polio programme in Dakshina Kannada on Sunday.

Polio drops will be administered to eligible children from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on January 18 and February 22 in the booths set up across the state.

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Fusion-2K25: Melkar Women’s College Celebrates 17th Annual Day and Graduation Ceremony

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December 17,2025

Melkar, Dec 17: The 17th Annual Day and Graduation Ceremony of Melkar Women’s PU and Degree College, themed “Fusion-2K25,” was celebrated with dignity and enthusiasm, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s academic journey. The programme reflected the college’s steadfast commitment to academic excellence, character building, and the holistic development of students.

The event was inaugurated by Mr. Asif Mohammed, whose presence greatly enriched the occasion. The celebration was further graced by the chief guests Mr. P. B. Ahmed Mudassir and Mr. Nissar Fakeer Mohammed, along with the distinguished guests of honour Mr. B. A. Nazeer and Mr. Ibrahim Gadiyar. In their inspiring addresses, the guests encouraged the graduating students and appreciated the dedicated efforts of the management, faculty, and students.

The annual report was presented by the Principal, Mr. Abdul Majeed S, highlighting the institution’s academic progress, notable achievements, and extracurricular accomplishments during the academic year.

The presidential address was delivered by the esteemed Chairman of Melkar Women’s PU and Degree College, Dr. Haji S. M. Rasheed, who emphasized the vital role of education in empowering women and shaping responsible citizens. He also stressed the importance of discipline, dedication, and perseverance in achieving success.

Cultural programmes and academic recognitions formed an integral part of the celebration, showcasing the talents and achievements of the students. The graduation ceremony was a proud moment for the outgoing students as they were formally conferred degrees and wished success in their future endeavours.

Ms. Mashmooma Fathima served as the Master of Ceremonies. The welcome address was delivered by Ms. Fathima Nida, and the programme concluded with a vote of thanks proposed by Ms. Ayisha Suhana.

The event successfully achieved its objectives and was highly appreciated by the guests and attendees.

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