Addressing the gathering, chief guest Dr. C. Madhu sudan Rao stated that AIDS is still surrounded by many misconceptions and fears. He emphasized that with proper precautions, awareness, and timely medical testing, the disease can be effectively controlled. He advised students to take care of their health and urged everyone to act as awareness ambassadors to eliminate misconceptions about AIDS in society.

Dr. Madhu Sudan Rao also highlighted the growing negligence among youth and stressed the importance of adopting a safe and responsible lifestyle.

Addressing the gathering, Chairman Dr. G. Ramakrishna Reddy stated that the fight against AIDS is not limited to the medical field but is a social responsibility. He urged college students to cultivate human values along with academics and to organize awareness programmes on AIDS in villages and towns.

He advised students to follow moral values, maintain discipline, remain alert about diseases like AIDS, and stay away from bad habits and substance abuse. He emphasized that prevention is better than cure and called upon students to avoid antisocial and immoral activities. He encouraged students to grow into responsible citizens and spread awareness about AIDS among people around them by educating them on preventive measures.

Stressing the message, “This life belongs to all of us, and there is no place for AIDS in it,” he urged students to break the silence, speak openly about HIV/AIDS without fear, and promote blood donation.

Dr. Ramakrishna Reddy also informed that the college would conduct extensive health awareness programme for students. He expressed gratitude to the chief guest, Dr. Madhu sudan Rao, for providing valuable insights and a clear understanding of AIDS through an effective PowerPoint presentation and for answering students’ questions in detail.

The programme was attended by eminent physician Dr. Gelivi Sahadevudu as the chief guest. The event began with introductory addresses, followed by a formal welcome of the chief guest and other dignitaries onto the dais. The dais was graced by SRKDC Director Sri G. Hemanth Reddy, NSS Programme Officers Mrs. Sravani Kumari and Madhav Reddy, and Mr. Venkat Rao.

After the prayer song, student speeches were held, during which they shared their views on the importance of dharma and leading a moral life, strongly emphasizing the message that prevention is better than cure. Faculty members then addressed the gathering, with Mr. Venkat Rao providing comprehensive awareness on AIDS and stressing the importance of enhancing knowledge through such programmes.

Later, Director Sri G. Hemanth Reddy spoke about HIV and AIDS, reaffirming the college’s commitment to social service. He informed that the college regularly provides essential items every month to HIV-affected patients and encouraged students to gain knowledge on social issues and spread awareness in society.

Chief guest Dr. Gelivi Sahadevudu addressed the gathering, beginning his lecture by highlighting the concept of dharma, noting that the day also coincided with Gita Jayanti. He described HIV as a deceptive disease and explained AIDS through an informative PowerPoint presentation. He stated that the red ribbon is the global symbol of HIV and AIDS and cited statistics showing that nearly 40 million people worldwide are living with HIV/AIDS. He explained the history, structure, and modes of transmission of HIV, including infected blood transfusions, sharing of syringes, and transmission from mother to child. He expressed concern that today’s generation often runs after attractive appearances while ignoring good hearts.