Media Release

Mangaluru, Oct 30: Srinivas University's Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE), approved by the University Grants Commission – Distance Education Bureau (UGC-DEB), organised the inaugural function of the Orientation Programme for its First Online Batch on October 29, 2026, at the Srinivas University Auditorium, Mangaluru.

The programme was presided over by Dr A Srinivas Rao, hon’ble chancellor, Srinivas University. In his presidential address, he emphasised that education is a powerful instrument for personal growth, social development and nation-building. He highlighted the importance of making quality higher education accessible to all, irrespective of geographical and personal constraints.

The Guests of Honour included Prof Er A Mitra S. Rao, Members of the Board of Governors, Srinivas University, and Dr. K. Satyanarayana Reddy, Vice-Chancellor, Srinivas University introduced Srinivas University.

The programme marked an important step in the universitys efforts to expand access to higher education through distance and online learning. The orientation programme was organised to welcome the first batch of online learners and familiarise them with the academic framework, learning resources, online teaching methodologies and the facilities offered by the Centre for Distance and Online Education.

The event was attended by Dr. Anil Kumar, registrar; Dr Shrinivasa Mayya D., registrar (Evaluation); Dr Ajay K. G., registrar (Development); Dr Jayashree Bolar, assistant registrar were present.

Prof. Shrinath Rao K, coordinator, CDOE welcome the gathering, Dr Padmanabha C H, director, CDOE delivered the vote of thanks. Prof Prajna B. compered the program.