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Sinchana 2025, Karnataka Rajyotsava Celebration at Sahyadri

The grand inauguration of Sinchana 2025 took place on 1st November, 2025 along with the celebration of Karnataka Rajyotsava with esteemed guests Ms. Asha Dileep Rai, Mathematics Teacher, Sri Vani Vijaya HSS Kodlamogaru and Ms. Thejaswini, artist and Mechanical Engineering alumna 2016-20 Batch. They were joined by Mr. Jagannath Chowta, Trustee; Dr. S S Injaganeri, Principal; Dr. Sudheer Shetty, Vice Principal and COE; Dr. Prashanth Rao, Dean of Student Welfare and HoD of Basic Science Dept.; Mr. Naveen Pilar, Coordinator of Art and Culture and Mr. Vagesh Bhat, Student Coordinator for Art and Culture. The event was marked by a symbolic ‘Chande’ drum beating, signifying the vibrant spirit of the festival. Later, the dignitaries on the dais offered flowers to Kannada Maate as a mark of reverence and pride on the occasion of Karnataka Rajyotsava.

In her inaugural address, Ms. Asha Dileep Rai expressed that it was a blessing to be invited by Sahyadri, one of the most renowned institutions, as the guest for this prestigious occasion. She commended Sahyadri for promoting cultural events and instilling in students the importance of living by their values while respecting their culture. She appreciated the Gen Z audience for their patience and discipline, noting how attentively they had been listening since the beginning of the program—a reflection of the values and culture nurtured at Sahyadri. Ms. Rai then spoke about the rich history of Karnataka, its evolution, and remembered the brave individuals and writers who contributed to the state’s identity. Highlighting the significance of the Kannada language, she mentioned that Kannada stands among the top three ancient languages, after Sanskrit and Tamil. She encouraged the audience to become skilled professionals and technologists who work toward eradicating poverty in India. Though she expressed concern that Kannada is not widely used as a means of livelihood and is becoming rare, she passionately urged everyone to nurture and grow the language with pride.

Next, Ms. Thejaswini addressed the gathering. She currently works with Manipal Udayavani Digital and is also a background singer in films. A proud alumna of Sahyadri, she completed her engineering here before pursuing her post-graduation in Mass Communication. She expressed heartfelt gratitude to Sahyadri, acknowledging that whatever she is today is because of the values and lessons she imbibed during her time at the institution. She shared that many of the ideas she writes about today were first shaped while studying at Sahyadri. Quoting her mother’s words, she beautifully said, “Engineering gave me food for the brain, and cultural activities gave me food for the soul”. She also reflected on how Sahyadri taught her to experiment with life and explore her potential. Concluding her address, she urged the students to cherish every moment at Sahyadri and make it memorable, as missed opportunities may later lead to regret. She encouraged everyone to use Kannada as much as possible and keep the language alive in their everyday lives.

Mr. Jagannath Chowta, in his address, referred to Mr. Manjunath Bhandary’s vision of nurturing students who contribute to society by being strong in values, ethics, and morals. As a step toward realizing this vision, he said that ‘Sinchana’ is organized every year to instil cultural pride, discipline, and a sense of belonging among students. He further emphasized that people who speak Kannada are highly respected across the world, highlighting with pride that Kannadigas have won the highest number of Jnana Peetha awards—eight in total. Concluding his speech, he urged everyone to nurture and grow the Kannada language, calling it one of the most beautiful languages capable of expressing emotions in the most powerful way.

In his Presidential Remarks, Dr. S. S. Injaganeri reflected on the essence of Sinchana, describing it as a call to “sprinkle and spread the goodness, richness, and talent of culture throughout the community.” He remarked that while it is a holiday across the state on this day, the Chairman Mr. Manjunath Bhandary firmly believed that Karnataka Rajyotsava should be celebrated through culturally rich events that help instil cultural values in students. In his concluding remarks, he reiterated that the dream of building an honest and starvation-free nation can be realized through the values, integrity, and commitment of these very students.
Dr. Prashanth Rao delivered the welcome address, while student representative Mr. Vagesh Bhat proposed the vote of thanks. More than 23 events were lined up for the day, for students to participate and exhibit their talent.
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Prof. (Dr.) D. P. Agrawal, Former Chairman, UPSC, and Dr. Urmila A. Patil, Professor of Electronics and Telecommunication, Dr. D. Y. Patil Institute of Technology, Savitribai Phule Pune University visited Sahyadri

Sahyadri welcomed Prof. (Dr.) D. P. Agrawal, Former Chairman, UPSC, and Dr. Urmila A. Patil, Professor of Electronics and Telecommunication, Dr. D. Y. Patil Institute of Technology, Savitribai Phule Pune University, during their visit on 27th October 2025.

The two-day visit focused on discussions regarding the establishment of the proposed Skill University and exploring avenues for academic collaboration and skill-based education initiatives at Sahyadri.
Dr. Agrawal and Dr. Urmila interacted with the Chairman, Heads of Departments, Board of Studies members, and faculty teams, deliberating on various aspects and requirements essential for setting up the Skill University.

Leadership Team of MResult visit Sahyadri

On 27th Oct ‘2025, Sahyadri welcomed Mr. Mathi Venkatachalam, Co-Chief Operating Officer (Co-COO); Mr. Lanwin Lobo, Senior Director, and Mr. Shivanand Shetty, Senior Director from MResult, a global technology consulting firm delivering data-driven solutions across healthcare, finance, retail, and life sciences.
The delegates were received by Mr. Manjunath Bhandary, Chairman, and Dr. S. S. Injaganeri, Principal. During their visit, they explored the college’s academic and infrastructural facilities, including the state-of-the-art skill development labs, innovation hubs, and incubation centres that foster entrepreneurship and innovation among students.

The team also held a brief discussion with the Chairman, Deans, and Heads of Departments, where potential areas of collaboration between Sahyadri and MResult were discussed, focusing on digital transformation, analytics, cloud, and AI-driven initiatives.

Prof. (Dr.) D. P. Agrawal, Former Chairman, UPSC interacted with the Sahyadri Research Core Team on ‘Research: Way Forward’

On 28th Oct 2025, Prof. (Dr.) D. P. Agrawal, Former Chairman of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), interacted with the Sahyadri Research Core Team and Research Scholars on “Research: Way Forward.”
During the interaction, Dr. Agrawal emphasized the importance of pursuing research in one’s core area of expertise and interest, encouraging every scholar to build their academic career on strong foundational knowledge. He urged research scholars to complete their Ph.D. within three years, and called upon Dr. S. S. Injaganeri, Principal, and Dr. Manjappa S., Director – R&D, to extend continuous support to scholars in achieving this goal.
Dr. Agrawal further reiterated the need for research domains to focus on strategic paper publications, company consultancies, and funded projects. He motivated scholars to draft project proposals and contribute meaningfully to institutional research excellence. In addition, he encouraged creating awareness among students about UPSC and other competitive examinations, and recommended the involvement of industry mentors for every student to strengthen practical learning and exposure.

CSE organized "Avirbhava' 25" - A celebration of Student leadership and New Beginnings

Department of Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) organized Avirbhava’25, the Investiture and Branch Entry Ceremony under the CLOUDS Association, on 28th October 2025. The event marked a new chapter for the department — celebrating the induction of the newly elected office bearers for 2025–26 and welcoming the second-year students into the CSE family.
The event was graced by the presence of:
Chief Guest – Mr. Kudroli Ganesh, Indian World-Class Magician and Leader of Vismaya Magic Troupe, who captivated the audience with his inspiring words on creativity, confidence, and self-expression.
Guest of Honour – Mr. Mohammed Hanif, Co-Founder & CTO of Novigo Solutions (now part of R Systems – Blackstone Portfolio Company), who shared valuable insights on innovation, leadership, and embracing technology to shape the future.

The event was further graced by Dr. S. S. Injaganeri (Principal), Dr. Manjappa Sarathi (Director – R&D), Dr. Ananth Prabhu G (Professor & Principal Investigator), and Dr. Mustafa Basthikodi (Head of Department & President of CLOUDS Association), along with faculty members and students, whose presence added grace and enthusiasm to the occasion.
The event began with the lighting of the lamp, symbolizing knowledge and new beginnings, followed by a warm welcome address from Ms. Prapulla G, Faculty Coordinator of CLOUDS. Dignitaries were felicitated as a gesture of gratitude and respect.

Ms. Srishti Rai M, Vice President of the CLOUDS Association, addressed the gathering, motivating students to seize opportunities and actively engage with the department’s initiatives. The newly elected team then took an oath to uphold the values of teamwork, responsibility, and service.
The ceremony concluded on a vibrant note with energetic dance performances and class-wise variety competitions that filled the auditorium with energy and laughter.

MBA Alumni Insight: Campus to Corporate by 2021-23 Batch MBA Marketing alumni

Department of Business Administration, under the banner of the Entrepreneurship Development (ED) Club, organized an engaging alumni session by Ms. Ganya Shetty, Sales Development Representative at Mathco and a proud alumna of the 2021–23 (first autonomous) batch.
In her talk on “Strategies for Effective Networking in the Corporate World,” Ms. Ganya shared valuable insights on building meaningful professional relationships and leveraging them for career growth. She drew from her rich experiences in sales development and business strategy, emphasizing the importance of communication, adaptability, and personal branding in today’s dynamic business environment. She also shed light on emerging opportunities in agri-entrepreneurship, particularly in modern mushroom cultivation and coastal-based ventures, blending sustainability with innovation. Through her discussion, Ms. Ganya encouraged students to integrate academic learning with practical application and to pursue entrepreneurship driven by creativity and purpose.

A session on ‘Preparation for Tier-I NBA accreditation’ by Professor (E&T), Dr. D. Y. Patil Institute of Technology, Pune

An interactive Session on “Preparation for Tier-I NBA accreditation” was held on 28th Oct 2025. Dr Urmila A Patil Professor (E&T), Dr. D. Y. Patil Institute of Technology, Pune was the resource person who briefed about the critical aspects to be considered while preparation for NBA accreditation. Dr Manjappa Sarathi. Director R&D; Dr. M Srinath, COO and department wise NBA coordinators were present in the session. Prof. Vasudeva Rao P V, IQAC coordinator coordinated the session.

Placements and Training:

Ankit Group Recruitment Drive

Ankit Group visited Sahyadri on 30th October 2025 to conduct a pool campus recruitment drive for Mechanical Engineering students. The process began with a pre-placement talk, followed by a written test and technical interviews. The session provided students with valuable insights into the company’s operations and career opportunities, and offered them a great platform to showcase their technical knowledge and skills.

Toyota Kirloskar Recruitment Drive

Toyota Kirloskar visited Sahyadri on 28th and 29th October, 2025 to conduct a pool campus recruitment drive, which saw participation from over 250 students. On 28th October, 2025 the process began with a pre-placement talk, followed by an online test and Group Discussion for the shortlisted candidates. On 29th October, 2025 the shortlisted students attended the HR interview.

Sahyadri Talent Joins GALE Partners as Developers with ₹9 LPA Package

Four students have been recruited by GALE Partners for the role of Developer with an impressive package of ₹ 9 LPA in the placement drive held on 15th Oct 2025. The selected students — Megha P V, Sameeksha M P, and Sanjana Dinesh from the Department of Computer Science, and Manikrishna Vinod Gaonkar from the Department of Information Science — have showcased exceptional talent and dedication throughout the selection process. This remarkable achievement reflects their hard work, as well as the strong placement support and industry readiness fostered at Sahyadri.

Triple Triumph! Sahyadri students land Software Engineer Roles at HasedIN by Deloitte

Shreyas K (AIML), Advaith S Shetty (Computer Science), and Mohammad Muzammil (Information Science) — have been placed at HashedIN by Deloitte for the role of Software Engineer with an impressive package of ₹8.1 LPA

Pivotal - Recruitment Drive

Pivotal visited Sahyadri on 31st October 2025 to conduct a campus recruitment drive for Engineering students from all branches. The process began with a pre-placement talk, followed by group discussion and HR interviews.

ECE Research Paper Accepted for Publication in Springer LNNS at ComSIA 2026

The research paper titled “Machine Learning Model for Chronic Kidney Disease Prediction in Canines”, authored by students of the Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering - Purvi G Rao, Sahana Gowri P, Harshith K, and Chaitanya P N, under the guidance of Dr. Roopashree Nayak, has been accepted for publication in the proceedings of the International Conference on Computing Systems and Intelligent Applications (ComSIA 2026).
The paper will appear in the Springer Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems (LNNS) series, indexed in SCOPUS, Web of Science (WoS), EI, DBLP, and other leading databases.
ComSIA 2026, scheduled for March 20–21, 2026, is an international platform jointly organized by the School of Open Learning (SOL), Delhi University - DU and Shaheed Rajguru College of Applied Sciences for Women, DU, University of Delhi, bringing together researchers in computing systems and intelligent applications.

ECE Research Paper Accepted at IEEE ICEAMST 2025

The research paper titled “Adaptive Clip-On Power Generation Using Electromagnetic Induction”, authored by students of the Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering - Shreya Hoblidar, Amrutha B, Mahima M Naik, and Zaheer Khan Lohani, under the guidance of Prof. Kripa T, has been accepted for presentation and recommended for publication in the proceedings of the 3rd IEEE International Conference on Emerging Applications of Material Science and Technology (ICEAMST-2025). The conference is organized by RV College Of Engineering (RVCE), Bengaluru, in association with the IEEE BANGALORE SECTION and the IEEE Electron Devices Society, and will be held from 3rd to 5th November 2025.

Silver and Bronze Medals in Weightlifting Competition

Gauthami, a student of the second-semester MBA, secured a silver medal in the ‘up to 48 kg’ category. Prekshitha, a first-semester MBA student, secured a silver medal in the ‘up to 69 kg’ category, and Vineesha K, a third-semester CSE student, secured third place in the 'up to 63 kg' category weightlifting at the VTU State-Level Men and Women Weightlifting and Men’s Best Physique Championship held at GAT, Bangalore, on the 27th and 28th of October 2025.

First Year MBA students attend Industry Conclave on ‘Carbon Credits & Green Finance 2025’

First Year MBA students from the Department of Business Administration attended the Industry Conclave on Carbon Credits & Green Finance 2025 – “Driving Sustainability through Innovation and Collaboration” organized by the Kanara Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KCCI), Mangaluru.
The event was held on 25th October 2025 at the KCCI Meeting Hall, Mangaluru, and was attended by six MBA students from the first year. The conclave focused on promoting sustainable business practices through innovative financial mechanisms and collaborative approaches, providing students with valuable insights into the evolving landscape of green finance and carbon credit markets.
The session offered an excellent opportunity for students to interact with industry professionals and gain a deeper understanding of sustainability-driven financial strategies shaping the future of businesses.

Team Building Activity on SDG and Introduction to Research for First year students

Prof. T. P. Thrivikram, Dept. of Basic Science, conducted a Team Building Activity aimed at introducing students to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and providing an introduction to research through a literature survey.
To promote collaboration and balanced team performance, each group was formed by selecting students based on six essential qualities:
1. Leadership Qualities
2. Time Management
3. Technical Knowledge
4. Writing Skills
5. Presentation Skills
6. Creative Thinking
The students developed a better understanding of the SDGs and their relevance to research. Each team successfully connected their chosen problem statements to appropriate SDGs and learned effective methods to search for research articles across multiple academic platforms. The activity fostered teamwork, creativity, and research awareness among the students. It also encouraged effective time management and provided an engaging, zero time-wastage learning experience for all participants. Students explained the problem statements through an artistic representation.

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Sat Nov 01 2025