Mysuru, Aug. 7- The Investiture Ceremony of Kodagu Model School, promoted by Sri Kavery Kodava Association – Mysuru East, was held in the presence of the Management Council recently.

The meet was declared open by showering of flowers followed by release of pigeons, symbolising peace, hope and new beginning. Students performed march-past. The stage programme started with traditional lighting of the lamp proceeded by an invocation & welcome address.

The chief guest for the day, Dr. Neravanda B. Suresh, former International Volleyball Coach & Director, Sports Authority of India, Special Area Games (SAG) Centre, Thalassery, Kerala.

Dr. M.M. Dechamma, retd. Associate Professor, Cauvery Degree College, Virajpet, Kodagu, was the guest of honour.

Dr. Suresh, in his motivating speech, emphasised that students should be physically, mentally, emotionally and socially healthy to become a responsible individual. In his interaction with the students, he mentioned that everyone should have a guru in their life to be successful.

Dr. Dechamma urged the student leaders to lead by example and inspire others. She highlighted the values of discipline, commitment and integrity in leadership.

The highlight of the ceremony was the conferring of badges and sashes to the newly elected members of the Student Council with oath administration.

K.M. Belliappa, President of the School, congratulated the Council Members and reminded them that leadership was not about authority but about service & setting the right example.

The ceremony concluded with a vote of thanks followed by the National Anthem.