Mysore/Mysuru: Lions Club International District 317-A celebrated 65th Kannada Rajyotsava at Maharaja’s College Centenary Hall here recently.

Ln. G.A. Ramesh felicitated Rajyotsava Awardee Prof. C.P. Siddashrama, actress Yamuna Srinidhi and folk singer Devananda Varaprasad on the occasion.

Addressing the gathering, Ln. Ramesh urged Kannadigas to take pride of their native language and realise the value of the rich cultural heritage. 

Ln. C.S. Rajendra, Ln. Prabha Murthy, BJP leader Mallappa Gowda, Secretary M.A. Srinath, Srividya, M.N. Nityananda and others were present during the programme. 

Later, Chandru Melodies presented a music programme.