National Energy Conservation Week 2023 commences at Bearys Knowledge Campus
Mangalore: Bearys Knowledge Campus in Mangalore marked the beginning of the National Energy Conservation Week 2023 with a prayer and warm welcome extended by Dr. Abdullah Gubbi, the event's coordinator.
The annual event, organized by the Department of ECE-BIT Mangalore in association with Karnataka Renewable Energy Development Limited, aims to promote awareness about energy conservation and encourage eco-friendly practices.
During the inauguration, Dr. S.I. Majur Basha, Principal of BIT, delivered impactful remarks emphasizing the importance of collective action in addressing energy conservation and highlighting the significant role that students and faculty members play in driving change. The audience was captivated by his insightful speech.
To symbolize unity and commitment towards energy conservation, an enthusiastic group of students and faculty members from various departments participated in a spirited march. They proudly carried banners and posters advocating for energy conservation, visually representing the collective effort required to create a sustainable future.
The week-long event will feature workshops and activities covering a wide range of topics related to renewable energy and energy-efficient technologies.
Attendees will have the opportunity to showcase innovative solutions for a greener tomorrow.
Following the inauguration, an invited talk on energy conservation was delivered by Dr. UC Niranjan, Director of Research & Training at Manipal Dot Net, Manipal. Dr. Niranjan, a renowned expert in the field of Embedded Systems, shared his knowledge and insights on this vital subject.
The event witnessed the presence of Principals from BEADS and BIES, as well as heads of various departments, faculties, and students, all coming together to support and participate in the National Energy Conservation Week 2023 at Bearys Knowledge Campus.
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Christmas decorations vandalised by VHP activists at school in Nalbari; Tension in area
Nalbari: Tension prevailed in the Panigaon area of Nalbari district on December 24 after members of the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) and Bajrang Dal allegedly entered the premises of St Mary’s School and vandalised materials prepared for Christmas celebrations.
According to local sources, activists of the VHP and Bajrang Dal entered the school campus ahead of Christmas and raised slogans inside the premises. It is alleged that Christmas-related decorations and materials kept within the school compound were damaged and set on fire.
Eyewitnesses said that members of the Bajrang Dal were the first to enter the campus, during which they allegedly raised slogans such as “Jai Shri Ram,” “Jai Hindu Rashtra,” and “Bharat Mata Ki Jai,” and burnt items prepared for Christmas celebrations. The incident created panic among local residents and led to concerns over law and order in the area. No injuries have been reported so far.
The incident comes amid reports of similar acts in Nalbari town in recent days, where Christmas decorations displayed at several commercial establishments were allegedly set on fire.
Reacting to the incident, fact-checker Mohammed Zubair said on social media that VHP and Bajrang Dal activists entered St Mary’s School on Christmas Eve, raised slogans and destroyed Christmas decorations. His post drew attention to the incident and sparked wider discussion online.
Police have not yet issued an official statement on the incident. Further details are awaited.
On Christmas Eve, Vishva Hindu Parishad and Bajrang Dal goons entered St. Mary’s School in Panigaon, Nalbari, chanting slogans like “Jai Shri Ram” and “Jai Hindu Rashtra.” They destroyed and set fire to all Christmas decorations prepared at the school. pic.twitter.com/LQHV7FWUvz
— Mohammed Zubair (@zoo_bear) December 24, 2025
