The formal programme started with the inauguration at 9am where Dr. Judith Noronha Associate Dean welcomed the gathering. Dr. GK Prabhu, registrar Manipal Academy of Higher Education was the chief guest for the function. Dr.Prabhu spoke to students on the growth and development of Manipal Academy of Higher Education over the past years and the career opportunities available, which was very well appreciated by the participants. Vote of thanks was proposed by Dr.Tessy Treesa Jose, Professor MCON and coordinator of the program. The day’s session begun with career orientation taken by Dr. Narayana Sabhahit, Director Admission, Manipal Academy of Higher Education. He emphasized on the various courses, admission criteria and scholarships available at Manipal Academy of Higher Education. Participants were given a chance to introduce themselves. Orientation to Manipal College of Nursing and BSc nursing programme was given by Dr.Jyothi Chakraborty, Asso. Professor Manipal College of Nursing which was followed by orientation to Manipal Academy of Higher Education by Mrs. Twinkle Lecturer, MCON. A session on fine arts was taken by Prof. ML Samaga, Retd. Principal MGM and a Yakshagana artist. Campus tour was also arranged to orient the students to Manipal campus.