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The Hindu
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Tributes paid to Bhoomaraddi on his 140th birth anniversary at KLTEU in Hubballi
KLE Technological University (KLETU) on Saturday celebrated the 140th birth anniversary of Basappa Veerappa Bhoomaraddi (B.V. Bhoomaraddi), a visionary industrialist and philanthropist, who advocated rural education and community development, on the second day of the techno-cultural festival Pleiades-2025. Celebrated Indian para-athlete and motivational speaker Shalini Saraswathi garlanded the statue of Bhoomaraddi located on the campus of B.V. Bhoomaraddi College of Engineering and Technology of KLETU. She was accompanied by Pro Chancellor of KLETU Ashok Shettar, Vice-Chancellor Prakash Tewari, Registrar Basavaraj Anami and senior faculty members and also alumni association members in paying tributes to the great philanthropist. Born in 1885 in Bannikoppa village of Koppal district, Bhoomaraddi made remarkable contributions to the socio-educational landscape of North Karnataka. A passionate supporter of rural upliftment, he joined hands with KLE Society in 1946 to establish the B.V. Bhoomaraddi Engineering College in Gadag which was later relocated to Hubballi and went on to evolve as KLE Technological University. After paying tribute, Ms. Saraswathi delivered an inspiring talk to students narrating his story in her own words. Sharing her story of resilience and transformation, she emphasised the need for determination and purpose in life. She also called upon students to not get disheartened by failures but make them a stepping stone to reach their goals. The second day of the techno-cultural festival concluded with a live performance by Bollywood pop sensation and actress Dhvani Bhanushali in the evening. 'Shun distractions' On Friday, inaugurating the three-day techno-cultural fest, author Chetan Bhagat called upon students to stay away from distractions and have self-regulation while using social media. He emphasised the need for students to make long-term efforts to achieve something big. Showing real life examples, he gave several tips to students on how to succeed in their chosen path. He asked students not to allow others to define or decide success for them. 'Instead, you should be able to define to them and decide what is success,' he said. Mr. Bhagat told students that pain, struggle and failure are part of life and none can stay away from them. But through continuous efforts, one can always achieve success, he said. Appeal The techno-cultural festival concludes on Sunday and the university has appealed to the public to visit the campus and experience the vibrant showcase of innovation, creativity and cultural heritage presented by its students.
Time of India
09-05-2025
- General
- Time of India
Chetan Bhagat urges students to embrace challenges
Hubballi: Author Chetan Bhagat emphasised that setbacks and hardships are inevitable aspects of life's journey, and one must confront these challenges while persisting with sustained efforts to attain success. He emphasised that struggles make a person stronger and more resilient in life. He encouraged students to embrace challenges as learning opportunities and stressed that success comes to those who persist despite his motivational speech at the opening ceremony of ' Pleiades-2025 ' techno-cultural fest at KLE Technological University on Friday, he encouraged students to develop their personal understanding of success with authenticity, while maintaining focus and avoiding diversions. Operation Sindoor PM Modi meets NSA, chiefs of armed forces amid spike in tensions with Pak India's air defence systems shoot down Pak drones in J&K, Punjab & Rajasthan Several airports in India to be closed till May 15 - check list He also said that pain and failures are natural in the journey of life, and one should face them and move on to achieve success through long reminded students that overnight success is rare and that sustained effort is crucial for achieving meaningful goals. The author also spoke about the importance of maintaining a positive mindset while facing challenges. Bhagat highlighted the importance of maintaining focus and avoiding unnecessary distractions. He advised them to spend their time wisely and prioritise their author emphasised that each person's definition of success is unique and personal. He urged students to be truthful to themselves while defining their objectives. He also encouraged students to believe in themselves and their abilities. He emphasised that success and happiness require goals, long effort, tolerance of pain, avoiding distractions, mainly social media platforms where marketing companies create content to keep you engaged, and the courage to face failures Shettar, pro-chancellor, KLE Technological University, KLETU VC PG Tewari, registrar BS Anami, dean Sanjay Kotabagi, and others were there at the function.
