Media Release

Karkala, Nov 5: A taluk-level Science Model Exhibition Competition 2026 was organised at Christ King English Medium High School, Karkala, under the aegis of the Department of School Education, Government of Karnataka, and the Office of the Block Education Officer (BEO), Karkala.

Block education officer Girijamma inaugurated the competition by lighting the ceremonial lamp. Addressing the gathering, she said that active participation in scientific experiments develops curiosity and a scientific temperament among students. She added that such creative thinking and innovative ideas pave the way for future discoveries and inventions.

Bala Krishna Naik, coordinator of the Karkala Taluk-level science exhibition and science teacher at Perwaje Sundar Puranik High School, said that students from various schools had put in considerable effort to prepare their models. He noted that such exhibitions play an important role in enhancing students' skills, creativity and innovative abilities.

Avelyn Lewis, secretary of the Christ King School management, presided over the programme and extended her best wishes to the participants.

High School headmistress Josna Snehalatha delivered the introductory address.

Block resource coordinator Indira, Sanur Cluster resource person Jyothi, former Block resource officer Santhosh Shetty, senior primary section headmaster I. Christopher Kotian, primary section headmistress sister Jolly Jacob, and High School Parent-Teacher Association president Vishwanath Poojary were among those present on the dais.

High School teacher Rekha Santhosh welcomed the gathering, Shruthiraj compered the programme, and proposed the vote of thanks.