from Dr Gerald Pinto
for Daijiworld Media Network – Udupi (SM)

Udupi, Nov 21: The NSS pre-Republic Day selection camp for South India was held in Milagres College Kallianpur near here recently.
 
The camp was inaugurated by Oscar Fernandes, the union minister. In his inaugural speech he has called upon the youth to take up leadership along with developing leadership qualities.   

Prof Kaveriappa, vice-chancellor of Mangalore University was present as the president of inaugural function.  In his presidential remarks he stressed the need to inculcate the values like compassion and trustworthiness.

Fr Fred Mascarenhas, principal, Milagres College presided over the valedictory function.

H S Srikanth, secretary, Youth Service, Government of Karnataka was the chief guest. He called upon the youth to take care of the older generation and to serve the society. Prof Gopal, the NSS coordinator of Mangalore University welcomed the gathering. 

Dr H S Suresh, assistant programme coordinator NSS centre Bangalore was present. Participants from Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Lakshadweepa, Pondichery and Karnataka evaluated the camp. Prof Jayaram Shettigar, the NSS officer of Milagres College camp director was honoured.