Daijiworld Media Network – Mangaluru
Mangaluru, Mar 28: “Managing director of Rohan Corporation Rohan Monteiro, philanthropist Kanyana Sadashiv Shetty and president of SCDCC Bank Dr Rajendra Kumar will be conferred with honorary doctorates during the 43rd annual convocation of Mangalore University on March 29 at 11 am in Mangala auditorium, Mangalore University campus,” informed vice chancellor Prof P L Dharma.
Addressing media on Friday March 28, he further said, “As many as 15 applications were received for the honorary doctorates. Three were selected for doctorates in the field of social service.
From L to R: Rohan Monteiro, Kanyana Sadashiv Shetty and Dr Rajendra Kumar
“Prof V N Rajasekharan Pillai, vice president, Association of Indian Universities & vice-chancellor, Somiya Vidyavihar University, Mumbai, will be the chief guest and deliver the convocation address. Governor of Karnataka and the chancellor of the university Thawar Chand Gehlot will preside and confer the degrees to all the candidates. Dr M C Sudhakar, minister for higher education, government of Karnataka and the pro-chancellor of the university will participate and grace the occasion.
“In the convocation, Mangalore University will award 64 Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degrees—12 in Arts, 38 in science, 11 in commerce, and 3 in education. Among the 64 PhD candidates, 31 (48.43%) are women and 33 (51.56%) are men. Additionally, 2 male and 1 female candidates are foreign nationals.
“A total of 54 gold medals and 56 cash prizes will be awarded. There are 127 rank holders in total, of which 67 students (49 from postgraduate and 18 from undergraduate programmes) have secured first ranks. The distribution among faculties is as follows: 18 in arts, 39 in science and technology, 8 in commerce, and 2 in education.
“A total of 25,387 students appeared for the postgraduate (PG) and undergraduate (UG) university examinations, out of which 18,723 (73.75%) students passed. Among them, 6,896 (36.83%) are boys, 11,826 (63.16%) are girls, and 1 is a transgender student.
“In PG programmes, 3,331 students appeared for the examinations, including 1 transgender candidate. Out of them, 3,152 (94.63%) have passed. Among the successful candidates, 906 are boys, 2,245 are girls, and 1 is a transgender student.
“In UG programmes, 22,056 students appeared for the examinations, of whom 15,571 (70.60%) have passed. Among them, 5,990 are boys and 9,581 are girls,” he said.
About Rohan Monteiro
Rohan Monteiro, a name synonymous with development and philanthropy, has played a transformative role in Mangalore's progress. A dynamic real estate entrepreneur, he founded Property Real Estate and Rohan Corporation at a young age, revolutionizing the city's infrastructure. Beyond business, Monteiro has dedicated over three decades to social service, significantly impacting education, healthcare, rehabilitation, culture, and community development. He is also one of the directors leading the very renowned Daijiworld Media Private Limited.
A dedicated philanthropist, Monteiro has significantly contributed to education, healthcare, housing, cultural preservation, and community development in Mangaluru. His support for scholarships, digital learning initiatives, and infrastructure projects has empowered countless students.
In healthcare, he has sponsored weekly meals for hospital patients, provided ambulances for rural areas, and backed cancer care and palliative services. His contributions to rehabilitation centers and housing projects have offered dignity and stability to the underprivileged.
Monteiro’s commitment to preserving Konkani culture, supporting sports, and promoting religious harmony has strengthened Mangaluru’s rich heritage. His efforts in infrastructure and COVID-19 relief further highlight his vision for a progressive society.
About Kanyana Sadashiv Shetty
Sadashiv Kanyana Shetty is the founder of Heranba Industries Ltd, which was founded in 1992. He currently holds the position of executive chairman at Heranba Industries Ltd. Additionally, Shetty is currently the non-executive chairman at Daikaffil Chemicals India Ltd. He also serves as a director at Heranba Crop Care Ltd, Insunt Trading Pvt Ltd, Alden Exim Pvt Ltd, Chemino Pharma Ltd, Mikusu India Pvt Ltd, and Heranba Organics Pvt Ltd. Shetty completed his undergraduate and graduate degrees at the University of Mysore. He is also the alumnus of St Aloysius University. He is known for providing financial assistance to many poor people in the society.
About Dr M N Rajendra Kumar
Dr M N Rajendra Kumar is known as a co-operator, an organizer and social worker in the two districts of Udupi and Dakshina Kannada. He has associated in the various co-op, Institutions and is known for his original innovations, new concepts in the change of social fabric of the society. His determination has resulted in bringing out new outlook to the entire credit pattern of the district Co-op bank. Kumar is also known for his contribution in women empowerment and interest-free loans for farmers.