Mangalore: BIT Polytechnic hosted an orientation program for new students and their parents, aimed at providing essential information for a successful academic journey.
Dr. Manjur Basha, Principal of BIT, showcased the state-of-the-art infrastructure, including modern classrooms, labs, and recreational facilities, giving students and parents a glimpse into the campus environment.
Dr. Khader AA, Former Principal of KPT, emphasized the importance of values such as integrity, collaboration, and excellence, explaining the ethical framework needed for a successful professional life.
Dr. Aziz Musthafa, Principal of BIES, offered practical tips on academic success, time management, and career readiness, guiding students on how to make the most of available resources and opportunities for personal growth.
Prof. Prithviraj, Director of BIT, extended a warm welcome to the new students and their parents, while Prof. Abdul Latheef, Principal of BIPUC, encouraged students to take full advantage of their time at BIT Polytechnic.
The event concluded with Prof. Afshana Trannum delivering the vote of thanks.

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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.
