Mysuru: The  students of Mysore International School came together to celebrate ‘Danotsava 2025’, a festival of giving organised jointly by HEARt Organisation, Parth Bricks Industry (Jakkahalli, H.D. Kote) and Mysore International School, Mysuru.

The event began with a floral tribute to the portrait of Nalwadi Krishnaraja Wadiyar and the ceremonial lighting of the lamp.

In his keynote address, HEARt Organisation President Shivakumar called for reviving compassion and harmony in society. “Before the roots of humanity dry up, we must water and nurture them,” he said, adding that HEARt has been holding Danotsava every year to instil the spirit of giving in young minds.

This year, Mysore International School was chosen to host the event, with students donating essential household items such as ragi, rice, pulses, soaps, toothbrushes and utensils.

Inaugurating the event, Dr. M.G.R. Urs credited the erstwhile ruler for introducing compulsory education for girls and establishing key institutions like Maharaja’s College, K.R. Hospital and the KRS Dam.

Students performed Kannada songs and dances, spreading festive cheer. All donated items were handed over to Sevaayana Old Age Home, Mysuru.

School Principal Preethi Vincent presided. Among those present were Coordinator Sushma; Arya Amarnatharaje Urs, Founder-President of Mysore Anveshane Seva Trust; Deepu Urs, Owner of Parth Bricks; Dr. Mahabaleshwara Mamadapura, Rheumatologist; Ramesh, Secretary of HEARt; Shivalinga, Coordinator; Kendagannaswamy, President of Kannada Sahitya Parishat, Saragur; retired educator Swamy; Prabhamani and her team from Sevaayana and school staff and students.