Mangalore: We should be thankful to the people behind our Constitution and also to the soldiers, farmers, laborers and political elite, who are like four pillars ofit,”said Mangalore University Project Monitoring and Evaluation Board Director Prof. K.S Jayappa.

Speaking as the chief guest at a Republic Day celebration held at the University College Mangaluru here on Tuesday, he added, "In spite of Covid pandemic, youth of the country have raised the hope of the country. They have turned crisis into an opportunity. Proper utilization of the human resource will definitely make India a superpower in the world”.

In his presidential address, the Principal Dr. A. Harish suggested students to realize their responsibilities in society and be good citizens of the country. Political Science department Head Dr. Latha A. Pandith welcomed the guests. NCC Naval Officer Dr. Yathish Kumar extended vote of thanks. NCC Army Officer Jayaraj N, Sports Department Head Dr. Keshava murthy, NSS Officers Dr. Suresh, Dr. Gayatri N were present. Viny as mastered the ceremony.

A group song ʼHam honge kami ab ... ʼ by Likhitha and team attracted the attention. Meanwhile, Dr. Suresh administered a pledge for young voters to make them empower, vigilant and informed.