Special flight brings Prabha Shetty’s mortal remains to Mangaluru Airport

March 15, 2015

Mangaluru, Mar 14: The body of Prabha Shetty, a Dakshina Kannada-based software engineer who was stabbed to death by unknown assailants in Sydney last week, reached Mangaluru International Airport on Sunday.

A host of her relatives were present at the airport and the family had made all arrangements to take the body to her residence. The body was later taken to her hometown Amtoor in Bantwal taluk by road for cremation.

The body had reached Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru on Saturday night. The family members completed the clearance formalities at the cargo terminal and took possession of the body.

The coffin containing the body was taken to her residence in Chandra Layout at 11 pm. The family was highly inconsolable on receiving Prabha’s mortal remains.

From Bengaluru the mortal remains were brought by a special flight to Mangaluru International Airport.

Prabha, a Mindtree employee, went to Sydney in 2012 on a project for three years. She was expected to return in the first week of April, when her Australian assignment was scheduled to conclude.

She was married to Arun Kumar, who runs an organisation in Bengaluru, in 2000. Meghana, the nine-year-old daughter of the couple, is studying in Bengaluru. Mindtree had made all arrangements to transport the body till Bengaluru. The motive and identity of Prabha’s assailant still remains a mystery.

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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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