Kannada Rajyotsava at Darshan College
“Kannada – a language that unites millions and showcases the rich cultural heritage of Karnataka.”

Darshan College, organized the Kannada Rajyotsava celebration event on 11th November 2023. The programme began with a prayer song by the students. This was followed by the ceremonial lighting of the lamp, which signified the beginning of the event. After this, the state anthem was played.
The Chief Guest of the day, Dr. Amarendra Setty R, was welcomed traditionally along with Director, Rev. Fr. Robin Victor D’Souza, Principal Fr. Joy D’ Souza, OFM Cap and Dr. Manjula B, HOD, Department of Kannada.

Chief Guest Dr. Amarendra Setty R spoke about how Kannada as a language provides experiences and the importance of it as a highly structured language, while also stressing on how students must apply themselves in this beautiful language. Director Fr. Robin Victor D’zouza and Principal Fr. Joy D’ Souza spoke about what the language means to us, how we can possibly contribute to its upliftment and the necessity of language and society in education.

The students spread the fragrance of Kannada language with their spectacular dance, singing and speech performance which left the audience spellbound. It was a closely contested event until the very end. The event generated a sense of pride in the minds of the students for being a part of a culture that is so rich and vibrant. Kannada Rajyotsava celebration received an overwhelming response in all its events and was a magnificent success.