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Time of India
13-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Youth play key role in nation development: Yaduveer
Mysuru: MP Yaduveer Wadiyar on Friday encouraged young minds to actively participate in governance and democratic processes. Speaking at the event Youth as Nation Builders – Vision for a Progressive India, organised by Vidyavardhaka college of Engineering (VVCE) at its campus auditorium, Wadiyar stressed the key role of the youth in nation development. The event aimed at inspiring students to take an active role in shaping the nation's future. The session reflected core themes of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, including rural-urban integration, skill-based learning, and the role of education in fostering innovation and connectivity. Discussions touched upon the importance of mandatory internships, academic incubation, equitable access to resources, and entrepreneurial development for students. Wadiyar, on the occasion, expressed his condolences to the victims of the Ahmedabad flight tragedy. Gundappa Gowda, president, Vidya Vardhaka Sangha, P Vishwanath, secretary, Srishaila Ramannavar, treasurer, and Dr B Sadashive Gowda, principal, VVCE, were present. Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
The Hindu
13-06-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Mysuru well placed to leverage its strength in cybersecurity and AI, says Yaduveer
Mysuru MP Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar said that the city was well-positioned to leverage its strength in cyber security, information technology and the emerging field of artificial intelligence (AI). He was interacting with students of Vidyavardhaka College of Engineering (VVCE) on 'Youth as Nation Builders' here on Friday. Elaborating on a query about his own venture in the field of cybersecurity, Mr. Yaduveer said that Bengaluru was saturated, and Mysuru given its connectivity and the prevalent ecosystem was in a position of strength in not only cyber security but also the emerging field of AI. There was a lesson to be learnt from the growth of Bengaluru which had no model, and efforts should be made to preserve Mysuru's ambience. Mr. Yaduveer said that India was not only an emerging and fastest growing economy but was also a stable one, and the demography of the country was favourable as the youth constituted a large portion of the population. He said there was a unique opportunity to harness and channelise the energy of the youth to the task of nation-building. In this context, he said there had been changes in the last 10 years with more opportunities to the youth by way of easy access to credit to encourage the startup ecosystem. The youth could be harbingers of change from being job seekers to job creators and take the entrepreneurial spirit of the country forward, he added. On the question of greater control or censorship over social media platforms Mr. Yaduveer said a lot of content on social media platforms in India are distractions, whereas in China the content focused on skilling and training. 'Even the U.S. monitors the content on social media platforms as some have ideological underpinnings, and we do not want the youth to be distracted,' he said. On the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, he said Mr. Modi was pushing for Viksit Bharat or Developed India by 2047. After 11 years of the Modi government, there was a need to engage with all sections of society, starting with youth on the changes that have been ushered and the vision forward, he added. B. Sadashive Gowda, principal, VVCE, said more than 65% of the country's population was below 35 years, and the youth force could make a difference and contribute to the emergence of India as a progressive and a developed country. Gundappa Gowda, president, Vidyavardhaka Sangha, P. Vishwanath, secretary, M.M. Nikhilesh, founder of Kalisu Foundation were present.
The Hindu
11-05-2025
- Science
- The Hindu
Students showcase innovative projects at Open Day 2025 held at VVCE
A large number of students and their parents participated in the Open Day 2025 hosted by Vidyavardhaka College of Engineering (VVCE) in the city on Sunday. The Open Day 2025 not only offered the visiting students an insight into engineering education and various career opportunities, but also gave the students of the college an opportunity to showcase their innovative projects across various engineering streams. Chief executive officer and chief scientist of Prosetta Bioinformatics, M. Dharmaprasad; associate vice-president of Infosys, Mysuru, K.S. Sunder; co-founder and director of PravegaSemi, Bengaluru, Rahul Deshpande; and nodal officer of the State government's CET Cell, Udaya Shankar, were present. A statement issued by the organisers stated that Dr. Dharmaprasad, in his keynote address, encouraging students to choose institutions that not only offered academic excellence, but also fostered responsible citizenship, leadership qualities, and personal growth. Similarly, Mr. Sundar was quoted as emphasising the significance of problem-based learning, business transformation in engineering, and inter-disciplinary education. 'He emphasised the evolving role of engineers in solving societal issues and urged the students to remain adaptable in a dynamic global job market.' Mr. Rahul Deshpande was quoted as advising the students to 'prioritise critical thinking and exploring emerging engineering domains'. He also stressed the importance of gaining holistic knowledge rather than being limited to technical expertise alone. In the press statement, Mr. Udaya Shankar provided information relating to the CET counselling process while addressing admission-related queries and highlighting common mistakes made by students. He also offerred guidance on entering mock data accurately. Principal of VVCE B. Sadashive Gowda elaborated on a variety of engineering programmes that were on offer while speaking about the importance of accreditations like NBA and NAAC, national rankings such as NIRF, and the influence of social impact when selecting course streams. He also discussed the seat allocation process and reiterated the institution's core values in engineering education. The event included a panel discussion on the relevance of engineering education to industry needs, the evolution of knowledge domains, and the importance of academia-industry collaboration. A key attraction at the event was the CET mock open booth, which is an interactive booth that helped participants make informed slot selections, the statement noted. The exhibition held on the occasion featured a total of 80 student projects that showcased innovations across various engineering fields such as sensors, bio medical engineering, logistics, cybersecurity, robotics and sustainable engineering, demonstrating their real-world applications and relevance, said the press statement. Secretary of Vidyavardhaka Sangha P. Vishwanath attended the event. The president of Vidyvardhaka Sangha, Gundappa Gowd, presided over the function.
The Hindu
08-05-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
VVCE Open Day in Mysuru on May 11
Vidyavardhaka College of Engineering (VVCE), Mysuru, will organise 'Open Day–2025' at Sri H. Kempegowda Indoor Sports Complex on its campus on May 11 at 10:30 a.m. The event is open to all PU students and their families. B. Sadashive Gowda, principal of VVCE, said the event will feature an exhibition of projects, career guidance sessions, and interaction with CET and industry experts. The primary objective is to help students explore different engineering domains, understand the kind of projects students develop at VVCE, and get guidance on career options and engineering branches. Mr. Gowda emphasised that many students make minor but critical errors during CET document verification and option entry, which may lead to admission in unintended colleges and branches. He added that experts will guide students during the Open Day to address this issue. The experts attending the event include Sundar K.S., associate vice-president of Infosys, Mysuru; Rahul Deshpande, co-founder and director of PravegaSemi, Bengaluru; and Uday Shankar, a CET official. These guests will interact with students and parents, offering valuable insights into current industry expectations, CET counselling procedures, and how to avoid common mistakes during admissions.
The Hindu
03-05-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
Careers in medicine are ‘recession-proof' but not without challenges, says S.N. Manjunath
In an engaging question and answer session at The Hindu Education Plus Career Counselling Session 2025 held at Vidyavardhaka College of Engineering (VVCE) here on Saturday, S.N. Manjunath, professor at the Department of Community Medicine of Mysore Medical College and Research Institute, described career in medicine as 'receession-proof' but not without challenges. Drawing from over 30 years of field experience in the field besides being a member of the National Medical Commission, Dr. Manjunath shed light on the realities of pursuing a career in medicine and alternative systems like AYUSH. 'Medicine, whether it's allopathy or alternative systems like AYUSH, is a recession-proof career,' Dr. Manjunath remarked. 'It offers a unique stability — practitioners can work well beyond conventional retirement age, making it a lifelong vocation,' he said. However, he was quick to caution that medicine is not a path for the faint-hearted. 'Unless you have genuine passion for this profession, don't choose it,' he advised, and said that it was also one of the most stressful careers. When asked about preparing for medical entrance exams, Dr. Manjunath emphasised that there is no shortcut to success and asked the students to work hard and develop a clear vision. Addressing the growing trend of students opting to study medicine abroad, Dr. Manjunath underscored the importance of pursuing an MBBS degree in India, given the kind of exposure doctors and MBBS students get in treating patients. In reply to another question, Dr. Manjunath noted the growing tendency of students to pursue an MBBS degree abroad but cautioned against the prevailing standards in some countries. The interaction session evoked a slew of questions on AI, technical issues related to quota for admission to engineering colleges through CET, career options in finance and banking, the benefits of pursuing a dual degree, preparations for UPSC examinations, engineering courses, etc. B. Sadashive Gowda, principal of VVCE, Uday Shankar, nodal officer of the Karnataka Examination Authority helpline division, S. Bhargav, a chartered accountant from ICAI Mysuru branch, and Vinitha G.R. who cleared the civil services 2024 examinations, Ameen e-Mudassar, career counsellor, and CEO of CIGMA, Bengaluru, were the resource persons.
