Udupi | 28 December 2025
The
Alumni Day Celebration 2025 of Mahatma Gandhi Memorial (MGM) College, Udupi,
was held with great enthusiasm, dignity, and emotional warmth, bringing
together former students, teachers, administrators, and well-wishers of the
institution. The event was organised by the MGM Alumni Forum as part of the
college’s continuing Diamond Jubilee celebrations, marking 75 years of its
invaluable contribution to higher education.
The
Alumni Meet was hosted at Nuthan Ravindra Mantap, MGM College, and witnessed
the participation of alumni from different generations, reflecting the
institution’s rich academic and cultural heritage.
Inaugural
Session and Distinguished Guests
The
programme was inaugurated by Prof. M. L. Samaga, Former Principal of MGM
College, who highlighted the role of MGM College in shaping socially
responsible citizens and intellectual leaders. The Chief Guest, Dr. Raviraja N.
Seetharam, Vice-Chancellor of Chandigarh University, emphasised the importance
of alumni engagement in strengthening academic institutions and mentoring
future generations.
Dr.
Sudheer Pai K. L., Chairman & Managing Director of SSV Academy, Bengaluru,
graced the occasion as Guest of Honour and spoke about the enduring values
instilled by MGM College and the responsibility of alumni to contribute to
society.
Leadership
and Academic Presence
The
programme was presided over by Prof. K. Surendranath Shetty, President of the
MGM Alumni Forum, who welcomed the gathering and outlined the vision and
activities of the Alumni Forum. The event was further enriched by the presence
of Dr. K. Shreedhar R. Pai, Administrative Officer, AGE Manipal; Prof. Vanita
Maiya, Principal, MGM College; Dr. M. Vishwanath Pai, Vice-Principal, MGM
College; Dr. Devidas S. Naik, Principal, MGM Evening College; and Prof. Malathi
Devi, Principal, MGM PU College.
The
dignitaries collectively highlighted the legacy of MGM College as an
institution that blends academic excellence with values, discipline, and
service.
Alumni Reflections and Felicitation
A
key highlight of the event was the interaction among alumni, where former
students and teachers shared memories of their time at MGM College, recalling
inspiring teachers, student life, and the institution’s role in shaping their
personal and professional journeys. Several alumni were felicitated in
recognition of their contributions to academia, administration, and society.
The
Kannada press reports aptly captured the emotional atmosphere of the event,
noting that the Alumni Day served as a bridge between generations and
reinforced the bond between the institution and its alumni.
A Personal Note of Gratitude
For
me, MGM College is not just an institution—it is a second home. Having worked
at MGM College for more than two decades, it was truly a celebration to
participate in the Alumni Day programme and reconnect with colleagues, former
students, and friends. The campus continues to radiate the same spirit of
learning, openness, and commitment to education that it always stood for.
The
Alumni Day 2025 was a reminder that while time moves forward, the values and
relationships nurtured within the walls of MGM College remain timeless.
Conclusion
The
MGM College Alumni Day 2025 was a meaningful celebration of shared memories,
institutional pride, and collective responsibility. It reaffirmed the role of
alumni as ambassadors of the institution and strengthened the enduring
relationship between MGM College and its extended academic family.
