Mangalore, 12 August 2025: The NSS Unit of Bearys Institute of Technology (BIT), Mangalore, organized an Anti-Drug and Anti-Ragging Awareness Programme on Tuesday, 12th August 2025, at Bearys Knowledge Campus (BKC), Mangalore. The programme was held under the theme “A Safe Mind. A Safe Campus. Say No to Ragging & Drugs,” aiming to spread awareness among students about the dangers of drug abuse and the importance of maintaining a ragging-free campus environment.
The event began at 10:00 A.M. with an invocation, followed by the Master of Ceremony conducted by Dr. Mohamed Kafeel Delvi, NSS Programme Officer, BIT, who extended a warm welcome to all the dignitaries and participants.
The programme was presided over by Dr. S.I. Manjur Basha, Principal of BIT. In his Presidential Address, Dr. Basha delivered a powerful and motivating speech, stressing the collective responsibility of students, faculty, and the institution in building a safe, inclusive, and drug-free campus. He highlighted the role of education in shaping responsible citizens and urged students to uphold values such as integrity, mutual respect, and cooperation.
Puneet Gaonkar, PSI, Konaje Police Station, delivered an informative and impactful session. He spoke about the harmful effects of drug abuse and the serious consequences of ragging. He also explained the legal aspects and shared real-life cases to help students understand the gravity of these issues. He encouraged students to be vigilant and proactive in creating a safe campus.
Mr. Ramesh, from the Police Department, also addressed the gathering. His brief yet meaningful talk focused on the importance of discipline, legal awareness, and mutual respect among students.
The programme was attended by several dignitaries, including:
- Arch. Khalil Razzak Shaik, Principal, Bearys Enviro Architecture Design School (BEADS)
- Prof. Prithviraj M, Director, BIT Polytechnic
- Mustafa Khaleel, Anti-Ragging & Anti-Drug Coordinator
- Mr. Mohammed Gouse Asundi, Police Department
The programme concluded with a formal Vote of Thanks delivered by Dr. Mohamed Kafeel Delvi, followed by the National Anthem.




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Bengaluru (PTI): Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Saturday took a swipe at Union Minister H D Kumaraswamy, by calling him a "Manuvadi" after his alliance with the BJP, for seeking the inclusion of Bhagavad Gita in curriculum for students.
The CM's dig came in response to Kumaraswamy's recent letter to Union Minister for Education Dharmendra Pradhan, requesting the inclusion of the Bhagavad Gita in the curriculum of students.
"After Kumaraswamy joined hands with the BJP for elections, he has become a Manuvadi," Siddaramaiah told reporters here after paying tributes to B R Ambedkar on his 69th death anniversary here.
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Remembering Ambedkar, Siddaramaiah highlighted his contribution to the Constitution and his relentless fight to provide social justice.
The CM noted said fed up with social and caste system in Hinduism, and unable to reform it, Ambedkar accepted Buddhism.
He said, "Ambedkar, towards the end of his life, quit Hinduism and joined Buddhism. He was born in Hinduism, but cannot die in Hinduism, because he could not reform Hinduism, despite several efforts, so he accepted Buddhism."
