Mangaluru: Republic Day celebrations held at Bearys Knowledge Campus
Mangaluru: The 74th Republic Day was observed with jest and patriotism at Bearys Knowledge Campus at Bearys Institute of Technology on Thursday. The function began with the unfurling of the national tricolor by Chief guest Dr. Lokesh K.M, Professor, Department of History, Mangalore University, Mangaluru. It was followed by saluting the flag and presenting the national anthem
Dr. S.I Manjur Basha, principal, BIT, Dr. Aziz Mustafa, Principal of Bearys Institute of Emerging Sciences, Ar. Khaleel, Principal of Bearys Enviro Architecture Design School and various heads of department.
Dr. Lokesh said, “Republic Day marks the adoption of India's Constitution and the country's transition into a republic on January 26, 1950, and urged the people to abide by the principles enshrined in our Constitution - justice, liberty, equality and fraternity.
Dr. Manjur Basha, who welcomed the gathering, said, “Freedom in the mind, strength in words, pureness in our blood, pride in our souls, zeal in our hearts – let’s salute our India on Republic Day.” He added, “We shall be failing in our responsibilities as citizens of an Independent nation if we do not dedicate ourselves to the service of this nation and take the necessary steps for making Bearys Knowledge Campus dedicated to the service of the nation.”
Dr. Aziz Mustafa spoke about contribution of freedom fighters who gave their lives for the country. He also delivered the vote of thanks.
The event was coordinated by Mr. Safwan, physical director of BIT.
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Seven killed as govt hospital’s compound wall collapse due to rain
Bengaluru (PTI): Seven people, including three children, were killed when the compound wall of a hospital collapsed here on Wednesday, police said.
The incident occurred in the Bowring and Lady Curzon Hospital, they added.
When the heavy rains, coupled with strong winds, battered the area, the seven victims were taking shelter near the wall, which suddenly came down crashing, police further said. All seven people were killed on the spot, they added.
According to police sources, the victims were street vendors.
Police and emergency services personnel rushed to the spot with an earthmover to bring out the bodies from the debris with the help of residents.
