‘Wenlock is transforming into full-fledged tertiary hospital’

August 11, 2015

Mangaluru, Aug 11: District Surgeon and Medical Superintendent of Wenlock Hospital Dr H R Rajeshwari Devi said that a separate 12-bedded haemodialysis centre would be formally inaugurated at the hospital by Speaker of Karnataka Legislative Assembly Kagodu Thimmappa on Wednesday.

Addressing reporters here on Tuesday, she said that the inauguration of the haemodialysis centre was a step towards transforming Wenlock Hospital into a full-fledged and efficient tertiary hospital in the district.

Those patients suffering from viral hemorrhagic fever, rat fever or dengue fever are more prone to acute renal failure – the new haemodialysis centre will cater to their needs, she said, adding that the centre had been constructed at a total cost of Rs 15 lakh donated by Karnataka Bank.

She informed that over 600 cycles of dialysis had already been discharged to renal patients at the new haemodialysis centre over the past three months.

Inauguration ceremony on Wednesday

The inauguration ceremony will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, in the presence of district in-charge minister B Ramanath Rai, health minister U T Khader, sports and youth services minister Abhayachandra Jain, deputy commissioner A B Ibrahim and other local elected representatives. The ceremony will be presided over by Mangaluru South MLA J R Lobo, she said.

She informed that there would also be an interaction programme with peritoneal dialysis patients undergoing dialysis at the Wenlock Hospital. Along with this, a workshop on ‘The role of Elected Representatives towards a Healthy Society’ will be held following the inauguration ceremony, she said.

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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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