Mysuru: Dr. Durgesh’s NJ College of Nursing, functioning under Sri Vinayaka Trust, inaugurated its first B.Sc. Nursing Batch for the academic year 2026-27 at Jnana Mandira, NJ Hospital premises in Mysuru recently.
The college is among the few nursing colleges in Karnataka located within a hospital campus, giving students opportunities for practical, hands-on clinical training in a hospital setting.
Chamundeshwari MLA G.T. Devegowda, who inaugurated by lighting the lamp, said that nurses play an important role in patient care and healthcare system.
He encouraged students to pursue their education with dedication, compassion and commitment to serving society. He also stressed the importance of discipline, professional ethics and sincerity in nursing profession.
While explaining the facilities, Dr. Durgesh, President of the institution, said that the college aims to provide quality education supported by practical clinical exposure. He added that the institution is committed to preparing skilled and compassionate nursing professionals.
The programme also included the Nasha Mukt Bharat (Drug-Free India) pledge for the new students, promoting awareness about a drug-free society.
An expert team of doctors from NJ Hospital, including Dr. Sujothi Durgesh, Dr. D. Sindhu Lakshmi, Dr. Satish Durgesh, Dr. Sudish Durgesh, Dr. Manu Prakash, Dr. Mamatha Satish and Dr. Pooja Sudish, were present. College Principal Prof. Dr. Vinolia Raj was also present at the inauguration.
This post was published on November 9, 2026 7:30 pm