Manipal, January 26, 2024: Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) celebrated its 75^th Republic Day on 26^th January 2024. The event was held at KMC Greens to commemorate the implementation of the Constitution through spectacular pageantry of parade and eloquent addressment. Nineteen institutions were led by their contingent commander and were guided by their faculty coordinator to participate in the celebration. The celebration witnessed over 5000 audiences, including the students of all the institutions.

The program began with the welcome address followed by the unfurling of the National flag by the Pro-Chancellor, Dr H S Ballal, followed by the National anthem. Dr N N Sharma, Pro Vice Chancellor - Strategy and Planning, MAHE, Manipal, delivered the Republic Day message. The entire event was conducted by Dr. Padmaraj Hegde, Dean, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal

Dr N N Sharma, Pro Vice Chancellor - Strategy and Planning, MAHE, Manipal, has delivered the Republic Day Message: India's remarkable journey from historical economic prominence to a thriving global player is evident as we strive to become the third-largest economy by 2030. Last year's milestones, from lunar exploration to technological feats, showcase our renewed global standing. MAHE's contributions, reflected in high rankings and achievements, contribute to this success. On this Republic Day, let's reflect on our values, honour freedom fighters, and commit to building a brighter future. Happy Republic Day, marching hand in hand towards a more glorious India!

Vice Chancellor, Lt Gen (Dr) M D Venkatesh, Dr Narayana Sabhahit Pro Vice Chancellor (Technology & Science), Dr P. Giridhar Kini, Registrar, heads of Institutions and senior officials and staff members of MAHE were present during the occasion.

Health sciences institutions like Kasturba Medical College,  Manipal College of Dental Sciences, Manipal College of Nursing, Manipal School of Nursing, Manipal College of Health Professionals, Science and Research institutions like Manipal School of Life Sciences, International Center for Applied Sciences, Technical Science institutions like Manipal Institution of Technology, Management institutions like T A Pai Management Institute, Manipal Institute of Management, and other reputed institutions like Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Welcomgroup Graduate School of Hotel Administration, Department of Commerce took part in this celebration with full galore and pride.

After the gallant parade of contingents from across 18 institutions, the three best contingents were awarded. The contingent of Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal, bagged the 1^st best contingent. Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, was awarded the 2^nd best contingent, Manipal Institute of Communication (MIC), and Manipal College of Dental Sciences, Manipal (MCODS) bagged the 3^rd best contingent award. The celebration ended with a vote of thanks by Dr. Kanthilatha Pai Associate Dean, KMC, Manipal. The event was also broadcast live for all to witness the ceremony. Manipal Academy of Higher Education, as an Institution of Eminence celebrates every National event with great enthusiasm and grandeur. The event was celebrated respectfully, promising to keep MAHE’s pride and love for our country as strong as ever.