News and pics: Rons Bantwal
Daijiworld Media Network – Mumbai (EP)
Mumbai, Jan 18: Mumbai University, department of Kannada and Mysore Association, here jointly held a lecture on the memories of Kuvempu at the Mysore Association auditorium on Saturday January 16 evening.
Well known author Dr Jayanth Kaikini delivered the lecture on late Kuvempu explaining that he was an outstanding personality. Head of the department of Kannada at Mumbai University, Dr G N Upadhya in his keynote address said that Jayanth is the pride of the people of the city. He has made Kannada rich. His contribution to Kannada literature is immense.
Mysore Association president K Kamala presented a memento to Jayant Kaikini and honored him. Dr B R Manjunath led the prayer. K Manjunathayya welcomed all those present. Dr Jyothi compered the programme and proposed the vote of thanks.