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8/09/2026

Students Should Make the Best Use of Available Facilities and Strive for Excellence

— Dr. G. Ramakrishna Reddy, Chairman, Sri Ramakrishna Degree Autonomous College, at the Orientation Programme

Awareness on Skill Development Through PowerPoint Presentation

Vijaya Kiranam / Nandyal Correspondent:
Discipline is extremely important for students to achieve their higher goals, said Dr. G. Ramakrishna Reddy, Chairman of Sri Ramakrishna Educational Institutions.

An orientation programme for first-year degree students was organized in a grand manner on Wednesday at Sri Ramakrishna Degree Autonomous College in Nandyal. The programme commenced with Saraswati Puja, following which Dr. G. Ramakrishna Reddy attended the event as the Chief Guest and addressed the students.

He said that the college had been granted Autonomous status, along with UGC recognition and NAAC ‘A’ Grade accreditation, and expressed his pride that the institution is among the leading colleges in the state in providing quality education and promoting skill development.

He advised students to make proper use of the state-of-the-art facilities available at the college throughout their three-year academic journey. He encouraged them to develop into individuals with strong character and personality and to shape themselves into responsible citizens who can contribute meaningfully to their families, society and the nation.

During the programme, students were given an overview through a PowerPoint presentation of the various facilities available at the college, including the library, spacious classrooms, digital boards, indoor stadium, rifle shooting facility, computer laboratories, NCC and NSS.

Following the presentation, Dr. Ramakrishna Reddy clarified several doubts and queries raised by the students.

Focus on Bringing Out Students’ Skills

College Principal K.B.V. Subbaiah welcomed the new students and said that the college continuously strives to identify and develop the talents and skills hidden within every student.

Director P. Pragathi said that encouraging every student to pursue their studies responsibly is one of their primary responsibilities. She advised students to maintain discipline and assured them that the college would extend all possible support and cooperation to help them succeed.

Later, the faculty members introduced themselves to the newly admitted students.

The programme was attended by faculty members including Dr. U.V.S. Kumar, Sampath Kumar, Dr. Pullaiah, Dr. Lalitha Saraswathi, Muralidhar, Andrews, Mrs. Himabindu, Maddileti, Shivaraju, Satyanarayana Reddy, Mastan and Vijay Kanth, along with a large number of students.

Literacy is the Foundation for Social Progress and Peace

An awareness programme was grandly organized on the occasion of International Literacy Day at Sri Ramakrishna Degree Autonomous College on Tuesday, under the auspices of the Departments of Commerce and Telugu. As every year, International Literacy Day is being observed across the world to highlight the importance of literacy and education.

The programme was inaugurated by Dr. G. Ramakrishna Reddy, Chairman of the educational institutions, who attended the event as the Chief Guest.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Ramakrishna Reddy said that literacy is not merely the ability to read and write, but is a basic human right of every individual. It provides people with dignity, equality and better opportunities. He called upon youth, governments, voluntary organizations, teachers and citizens to work together as partners in building an illiteracy-free society.

He observed that in the past, an illiterate person was often viewed as an oddity, whereas today, there are many people in society who may be literate but lack adequate knowledge and awareness. Therefore, he emphasized the need to come out of the darkness of ignorance and develop knowledge through education.

He encouraged the students to share the education they have received with at least ten people in their respective villages or communities and help spread literacy. He stated that true literacy is not merely learning letters, but acquiring knowledge that contributes to the welfare of society.

He further noted that although the world has made remarkable progress in literacy rates over the past six decades, significant challenges still remain. According to him, around 739 million young people and adults worldwide still lack basic literacy skills.

College Director P. Pragathi Madam said that it is the responsibility of everyone in society to encourage and support people to pursue education.

Similarly, College Principal K.B.V. Subbaiah highlighted the importance of literacy in the development of individuals, societies and nations. He stated that UNESCO declared September 8 as International Literacy Day in 1966, and that the day has been observed annually since 1967.

The B.Sc. and B.Com. students spoke about the significance of International Literacy Day and its 60th anniversary. They explained that the official theme announced by UNESCO for this year is “Literacy for People, the Planet and Prosperity.” The theme emphasizes the crucial role of literacy in promoting environmental protection, a peaceful society and economic growth. The students explained the theme and its significance very effectively.

The programme was made successful with the participation of Dr. Lalitha Saraswathi, Head of the Department of Telugu; Dr. Pullaiah, Head of the Department of Commerce; members of the Computer faculty; and a large number of students.