The well-known cultural organization Jai Tulunad (R.) celebrated its 10th Anniversary with grandeur through a unique event titled "Tulurajyada Porlaisira" (Let’s Realize Tulu Statehood).
The special program was held at Ambedkar Bhavan, near Urwa Store, Mangaluru.

Program Highlights:

Inauguration & Introduction:
Renowned theatre director Vijaykumar Kodialbail inaugurated the event by lighting the lamp.
He remarked, "One realizes the true value of their motherland only when they are away from it. Jai Tulunad's efforts for the preservation of the mother tongue are commendable."

Chief Guests & Speakers:

• Umanath Kotian (MLA, Mulki-Moodbidri)

• Valerian Sequeira (Writer)

• Pradeep Poonjal Katte Kajattodi (Daivaradhaka)

• Ashwath Tuluve, Sudharshan Suratkal (Former Presidents of the Organization)

Branch Presidents:

• Kushalakshi Kanvatirtha (Kasaragod)

• Nidheesh Shetty (Bengaluru)

• Sushila Kodavoor (Udupi)

• Ravichandra Karl (Karkala)

• Manish Kumar (Mangaluru)

Presided by:
Taripadi Guttu Uday Poonja (President, Jai Tulunad)

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Panel Discussions:

Tulu Script in Education
Presentation: Naveen Shetty Edmemar

Resource Persons:

• Dr. Mani Manmohan Rai (Tulu Lecturer)

• Prof. Sudhakar Shetty (History Professor)

• Prof. Jagadeesh Bala (Principal, Women's College, Belthangady)

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Open Forum:

"Pattangada Chavadi" - Discussion on the Future of Tulu Statehood
Chairperson: Dayananda G. Kattalsar (Former Tulu Academy President)

Guests:

• Dr. Akash Raj Jain (Alupa Dynasty Descendant)

• Prof. Arpita Prashanth Shetty Katpadi

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Cultural Performances:

• Pili Nalike (Tiger Dance)

• Chinnu Nalike, Kangeelu Dance

• Tulu Folk Songs

• Kalari Martial Art Demonstration

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Felicitations & Awards:

• Divya Anchan Pakshikere (Young Achiever Award)

• Certificates of Appreciation to Tulu Script Teachers

• Certificates to Students who completed Tulu script learning

• Prizes for Winners of Tulu speech, drawing, and sports competitions

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Valedictory Ceremony:

Presided by: Uday Poonja
Special Presence: Odiyoor Sri Gurudevananda Swamiji

Guests:

• Dr. Vedavyas Kamath (MLA, Mangaluru South)

• A.C. Bhandari, Dayananda G. Kattalsar

• Manoj Kumar Kodikal, Varun Chowta, Kiran Kumar Kodikal

• Dr. Akash Raj Jain, Dr. Arun Ullal, Bhuvaneshwari Dinesh

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Festive Atmosphere:

Despite the rains, the day-long event witnessed enthusiastic participation.
The food arrangements were managed by Kateel Durgaparameshwari Temple.
The event was compered by Renuka Kaniyoor, Geetha Lakshmish, Keerthana Sanil, Soumya Kundar, and Ananya Karkera.

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The celebration of Jai Tulunad (R.) for the preservation of Tulu culture, heritage, and language deeply resonated with the hearts of Tulunad people.