The 79th Independence Day was celebrated with grandeur and patriotic zeal at the Sri D. Ratnavarma Heggade Stadium, Ujire, under the theme “Building a New India with Prosperity, Safety, and Determined Progress.” The event was marked by a disciplined march-past, flag hoisting, and cultural performances that echoed the spirit of nationalism.
Retired Army Officer Major General M. V. Bhat hoisted the National Flag in the presence of Dr. Satishchandra S., Secretary of SDM Educational Society. NCC cadets rendered the guard of honor, while Rovers and Rangers volunteers supported the event with a spirited band performance. Students of SDM Kala Kendra sang the National Anthem, Vande Mataram, and Sare Jahan Se Achha, filling the atmosphere with patriotic fervor. Students also showcased a vibrant flag display to mark the occasion.
The celebration brought together students, faculty, and staff from various SDM institutions, including schools, pre-university, degree, naturopathy, technical, B.Ed., D.Ed., Polytechnic, and ITI colleges under the SDM Educational Society.
Distinguished guests present included NCC officers Lt. Dr. Bhanuprakash and Third Officer Sadananda; Rover Scout Leader Prasad Kumar; Academic Coordinator S. N. Kakatkar; Belthangady Rotary Club President Prakash Prabhu; SDM College Principal Dr. Vishwanath P.; Postgraduate Dean Dr. Sowmya B. P.; Naturopathy College Principal Dr. Prashanth Shetty; Technical College Principal Dr. Ashok Kumar; B.Ed. and D.Ed. College Principal Dr. Santosh Albert Saldanha; Polytechnic Principal Santosh; Women’s ITI Principal V. Prakash Kamat; PU College Principal Pramod Kumar; Residential PU College Principal Sunil Pandit; CBSE School Principal Manmohan Nayak K. G.; State Syllabus English Medium School Headmistress Vidyalakshmi Nayak; and SDM Aided Secondary School Headmaster Suresh K.
The program was compered by Dr. Sridhar Bhat, Administrative Registrar of SDM College. NSS volunteers distributed sweets to conclude the celebration.
