The workshop
Mr. D Satyaprakash, a wellknown filmmaker and National Film Award winner, inaugurated
Mr. D Satyaprakash, a wellknown filmmaker and National Film Award winner, inaugurated the event with the title song from his film Naada Geethe. Speaking at length about his childhood memories, he emphasised the significance of learning and understanding Kannada. The younger generation, he urged, must become more accepting of the Kannada language’s birthplace and make an attempt to embrace it. He further mentioned that the environment in which he grew up is the driving force behind his accomplishment and asserted that today’s youngsters should grow up to discover and retain their individuality rather than lose it amidst popular notions of success.
During his speech as the guest of honour, Mr. Dharmanna Kadoor, a well-known comedian and theatre artist said that one should never forget one’s cultural identity and should be proud of their cultural heritage and history. He shared that his native tongue was the force behind his success, which served as a platform for him to present his skills. He said that his goal is to impart the knowledge of Kannada language to non-native speakers.
Dr. Dinesh Nilkant, Dean, Faculty of Management, and Director, School of Commerce and CMS Business school, spoke about the various activities and programmes conducted by the Kannada forum and encouraged students to participate in them as well as reap the benefits of learning Kannada language and culture in general. Dr. Srinivasaiah, Head of the Department of Hindi, presided over the event, emphasising the ancientness and depth of Kannada culture in his speech.
He also highlighted the need for the younger generation to familiarise themselves with the culture and language of Karnataka. Professor Y M Rajeshwari, Head of the Department of Kannada, delivered a brief lecture on the founding of the Kannada forum as well as the many activities and events that have been organised by the forum the need for the younger generation to familiarise themselves with the culture and language of Karnataka. Professor Y M Rajeshwari, Head of the Department of Kannada, delivered a brief lecture on the founding of the Kannada forum as well as the many activities and events that have been organised by the forum.