Bearys Institute of Technology observes World Earth Day with focus on sustainability
Mangaluru, April 28: Bearys Institute of Technology (BIT), Mangalore, marked World Earth Day 2025 with a special programme organised at the International Seminar Hall on Monday. The event, conducted by the Department of Civil Engineering and Basic Science, was held under the theme “Our Power, Our Planet,” highlighting the need to protect the environment and adopt sustainable lifestyles.
The keynote address was delivered by Dr. Bhagya B. Sharma, Deputy Director at the Centre for Environmental Studies, Yenepoya (Deemed to be University). Speaking on the topic “Powering the Future: The Earth Day Call to Action,” she encouraged students to explore clean energy solutions and take innovative steps to protect the planet.
Following her address, Dr. Purushothama C.T. from the Civil Engineering Department delivered a talk on “Sustainability: The Revolution Earth Needs,” where he discussed practical approaches to face environmental challenges and called for urgent action to adopt eco-friendly practices.
The programme began with a welcome by Dr. Altamashuddin Khan, Head of the Civil Engineering Department, who urged students to take active roles in conservation efforts. Principal Dr. S. I. Majur Basha shared a message emphasising the power of individual responsibility in preserving the environment through small, consistent efforts.
Over 200 students and faculty members took part in the programme, which sparked productive discussions and encouraged participants to contribute to a greener future.
The event concluded with a Vote of Thanks by Dr. Pooja K, Assistant Professor in the Civil Engineering Department. She thanked all the speakers, organisers, and attendees for their support and participation.
The programme was coordinated by Dr. Purushothama C.T. and Mr. Zaheer Ahmed from the Civil Engineering Department.
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Opposition raking up Dalit CM issue to divert attention: Karnataka Minister
Bengaluru (PTI): Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara on Monday accused the opposition of "unnecessarily stoking" the debate over a Dalit Chief Minister to deflect attention from governance.
He asserted that only the Congress has the commitment to elevate a Dalit leader to the top post.
Speaking to reporters here, Parameshwara said the ongoing discussion on a Dalit Chief Minister was being amplified by opposition parties.
“This is the work of the opposition. To hide their own failures, they are raising the issue of the Chief Minister. Isn’t the administration running smoothly? Isn’t the Chief Minister governing?” he asked.
The Minister noted that for the past 10–12 days, detailed budget discussions had been held across departments and governance was progressing normally.
Parameshwara, who is a Dalit, said the Congress alone had the history and political will to make a Dalit Chief Minister.
“Yes, it must be the Congress party. Who else will do it?” he said, while clarifying that the timing of any such decision would be determined by the party high command.
On Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s media statement targeting the JD(S) and invoking social justice, Parameshwara said Siddaramaiah had earlier been part of the JD(S) and even served as its president before being expelled.
He noted that the internal history of that party was best known to those within it and declined to comment on specific internal matters.
Defending the Chief Minister’s ideological position, Parameshwara said Siddaramaiah’s politics had always been rooted in social justice and that there was nothing new or opportunistic about his stance.
The Chief Minister, he said, had consistently built his political career on that foundation.
