STUDENTS' COUNCIL INAUGURATION 2026-27

September 18, 2026

The Students’ Council Inauguration for the academic year 2026–27 was held on 18 September 2026 at 5:30 p.m. at the M.Com Auditorium, Besant Evening College, Mangaluru, with great enthusiasm and dignity.

The programme was graced by Sri. Shridhar Yenmakaje, Advocate & Notary, Mangaluru, as the Chief Guest and was presided over by Smt. Lalitha G. Mallya, Correspondent, Besant Evening College. Dr. Parashuram G. Malage, Principal; Dr. Prasanna Kumar M. G., IQAC Coordinator; and Prof. Gopal Raddy Ritti, Head of the Department, were also present on the occasion.

The programme commenced with a welcome address by Suraj Pai, II B.Com, who warmly welcomed the Chief Guest, dignitaries, faculty members, and students.

The newly appointed Students’ Council members were introduced by Prof. Srividya. The Chief Guest addressed the gathering and encouraged the students to cultivate leadership qualities, discipline, teamwork, and a strong sense of responsibility. He emphasised the importance of active participation and responsible leadership in shaping the academic and personal development of students.

In her presidential remarks, Smt. Lalitha G. Mallya congratulated the newly appointed council members and wished them success in discharging their responsibilities effectively. Dr. Parashuram G. Malage, Principal, also congratulated the council members and highlighted their roles and responsibilities as representatives of the student community.

The programme was compered by Manvitha, II B.Com, who coordinated the proceedings smoothly.

The programme concluded with a vote of thanks proposed by Vaishnavi Shetty, II B.Com, expressing gratitude to the Chief Guest, dignitaries, faculty members, and students for their valuable presence and support.

The inauguration marked the beginning of a new academic year of student leadership, responsibility, teamwork, and active participation, with best wishes extended to the Students’ Council for a successful and productive year ahead.