U'khand CM Dhami calls Padma Bhushan to Bhagat Singh Koshyari a 'fitting tribute'

Vartha Bharati | 26-01-2026 | 17:35:00 IST

Bhagat Singh Koshyari (PTI)

Dehradun (PTI): Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Sunday expressed joy over the announcement of the Padma Bhushan award for former Uttarakhand chief minister Bhagat Singh Koshyari, calling it a fitting tribute to his public life, service to the nation and dedication to society's welfare.

In a statement issued here, Dhami said the announcement is a matter of immense pride and joy for all the people of Uttarakhand.

The chief minister said that Koshyari's entire public life has been dedicated to simplicity, principled conduct, discipline and service to the nation. In his long political career, he always gave top priority to public welfare and made a significant contribution to the development of Uttarakhand and the country, he added.

"This honour is a fitting tribute to his entire public life, service to the nation, and dedication to the welfare of society," Dhami said.

Koshyari, through his actions and thoughts, has guided not only Uttarakhand but the entire country, the chief minister said, adding that the former Maharashtra governor's experience, foresight and patriotism are a source of inspiration for future generations.

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77th Republic Day celebrated at Bearys Knowledge Campus in Mangaluru

26-01-2026 ¦ 26-01-2026 IST

Mangaluru: The 77th Republic Day was celebrated at Bearys Knowledge Campus (BKC), Innoli, Mangaluru, on Monday, January 26, 2026, with the participation of faculty members, staff, and students.

The programme began with a welcome address by Dr. S. I. Manjur Basha, Director, Bearys Group of Institutions. In his address, he explained the importance of Republic Day and spoke about the role of educational institutions in shaping responsible and disciplined citizens.

The National Flag was unfurled by the Chief Guest, Dr. Sanjith S. Anchan, Assistant Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, The National Institute of Engineering, Mysore. Addressing the gathering, he spoke about the values enshrined in the Constitution of India and highlighted the responsibility of the youth in nation building.

The celebration was attended by Dr. C. Kamalakannan, Principal, Bearys Institute of Technology (BIT); Ar. Khalil Razaak Shaikh, Principal, Bearys Environment Architecture Design School (BEADS); Dr. Aziz Mustafa, Principal, Bearys Institute of Emerging Sciences (BIES); and Prof. Prithviraj M, Director, Bearys Polytechnic. Faculty members, staff, and students from BIT, BEADS, BIES, BITPT, and BIPUC were also present.

The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by Mr. Abdul Latheef, Principal, Bearys Independent Pre-University College (BIPUC), who expressed his gratitude to the management, the chief guest, dignitaries, faculty members, staff, and students for their support and cooperation.