Mangalore: BIT Mechanical Engineering Department celebrates Vanamahotsava
Mangalore: The Department of Mechanical Engineering at Bearys Institute of Technology (BIT), in collaboration with the National Service Scheme (NSS) unit, celebrated "Vanamahotsava" on July 4, 2024, at Bearys Knowledge Campus. The event aimed to raise environmental awareness and promote conservation among students and faculty.
Dr. Vasantha Kumar, Head of the Mechanical Engineering Department, welcomed attendees and highlighted the importance of "Vanamahotsava" and the role students play in environmental conservation.
The event featured Dr. Prashanth Naik, Professor of Biosciences at Mangalore University, as the Chief Guest. Dr. Naik spoke about the importance of nature conservation and encouraged students to engage in environmentally sustainable projects. He also commended BIT for its green initiatives.
BIT Principal Dr. S I Manjur Basha addressed the gathering, emphasizing the importance of regular participation in such activities and the role of educational institutions in promoting environmental responsibility.
The event was attended by Prof. Abdul Latif, Principal of Bearys PU College, heads of engineering departments, faculty members, and students.
As part of the "Vanamahotsava" celebration, Dr. Naik, Dr. Basha, faculty members, and students participated in a tree plantation drive, planting several saplings across the Bearys Knowledge Campus. Prof. Arvind Kumar coordinated the event, ensuring smooth organization and execution.
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KSRTC to run 1000 special services to clear Christmas rush
Bengaluru: The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation will operate 1000 additional special services in view of the Christmas festival.
In addition to the existing schedule, the special services will run on 19.12.2025, 20.12.2025 and 24.12.2025. Further, special buses will be operated from various places of intra & Interstate places to Bengaluru on 26.12.2025 & 28.12.2025.
Special buses will be exclusively operated from Bengaluru Kempegowda Bus Station to Dharmastala, Kukkesubramanya, Shivamogga, Hassan, Mangaluru, Kundapura, Shringeri, Horanadu, Davangere, Hubbali, Dharwad, Belagavi, Vijayapura, Gokarna, Sirsi, Karwar, Raichur, Kalaburagi, Ballari, Koppala, Yadgir, Bidar, Tirupathi, Vijayawada, Hyderabad and other places.
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Special buses from Mysuru Road Bus Station will be exclusively operated towards Mysuru, Hunsur, Piriyapatna, Virajpet, Kushalanagar, Madikeri.
The corporation has also announced a discount of 5 per cent on the fare if four or more passengers book tickets under a single reservation. A discount of 10 per cent will be extended on return journey tickets if onward and return tickets are booked simultaneously.
In addition to the above, special buses will be operated from all Taluk/District Bus Stands in the jurisdiction of KSRTC based on the traffic needs.
