Media Release

Mangaluru, Nov 14: St Agnes PU College witnessed a deeply moving and heartwarming moment as it welcomed back our dear student Riddhi Priyal after a gap of four months due to a major health challenge.

Four months ago, sixteen-year-old Riddhi, a student of St Agnes PU College, was battling severe medical complications and was admitted to KMC Hospital, Mangaluru, where she required advanced life support through VA-ECMO (Veno-Arterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation). Her condition was critical, necessitating intensive medical care and continuous monitoring. VA-ECMO support was essential to help maintain her heart and lung functions while she received specialised treatment. Riddhi’s journey to recovery was a difficult and challenging one, and her family continued to hope and pray for her recovery.

The occasion of welcoming Riddhi was marked by joy, gratitude and emotion, surrounded by the love and support of her parents, the principal, staff members, students and PTA representatives. The entire college community came together to extend a warm welcome, celebrating not just her return to the classroom but also her courage, strength and determination. The principal expressed her sincere happiness at seeing Riddhi back on campus and acknowledged the unwavering support of her parents, the concern and prayers of the staff and the affection shown by her classmates and the student community.

Her classmates made her even more welcome by singing songs that touched the hearts of all present and brought tears to everyone’s eyes. The welcome was a beautiful expression of solidarity, compassion and togetherness.

Riddhi’s return served as a powerful reminder that education is not merely about academics but also about building a community that cares, supports and stands by one another through life’s challenges.

The day will remain a cherished memory for the St Agnes PU College family, with everyone wishing Riddhi good health, happiness and a wonderful life ahead.