The BSW Department of School of Social Work, Roshni Nilaya, Mangaluru, organized a Guest Lecture on the topic “Dr. A.P.JABDULKALAM-MISSION AND VISION INDIA” on Friday 7thJanuary, 2022 from 10:00am to 12:30pm. To avoid overcrowding due to COVID 19 restrictions program was conducted in both Online and Offline modes. The resource person for the guest lecture was Dr. Jayaprakash Rao, Former Chief PRO, ADA and Regional PRO, DRDO Zonal Chairman (South) Public Relations Council of India.
The program began with a prayer by Sr. Sarina of 3rd BSW. The key note and welcome address was given by Assoc. Prof. Vineetha Rai, HOD, BSW Department and Registrar (Evaluation), School of Social Work, Roshni Nilaya.
Dr. Jayaprakash Rao began his lecture by sharing about Dr. A.P.J Abdul Kalam, his life story and explained how Dr. A.P.J Abdul Kalam was such a down to earth person. In between he showed the students few beautiful videos of Dr. A.P.J Abdul Kalam, the making of the space craft “THE CHANDRAYAN MISSION” and his journey with the Indian Air Force which gave the students few key notes about his honesty, simplicity, kindness, self discipline, love for the nation and commitment. He also gave the participants opportunity to express their views and feedback about the session. Many students came forward and expressed their views and thanked for this beautiful session and opportunity.
The Presidential address was given by Dr Juliet C J, Principal of the College. The session ended with vote of thanks proposed by Sinchana from 2nd BSW. 150 students participated in this program.
The Student Representatives of the organizing committee were Manuel Sugesh 3rd BSW, Vishnu S 3rd BSW, Sharanya Shetty 3rd BSW, Sr. Tresa 3rd BSW, Jemima Rosalia 3rd BSW, Karan Kumar 3rd BSW, Sinchana D Shetty 2nd BSW, Gagan Sharma 1st BSW.
The session was held under the guidance of Assoc. Prof. Vineetha Rai and faculty of BSW Department. The program ended with National Anthem.