Mangalore, February 15: Writer and retired principal of Ganapathi Pre-University College, Chandrakala Nandavar on Tuesday urged students from less affluent families to win poverty through hard work and dedication.
She was speaking as the chief guest at the 68th Annual Day function of the Navabharath Night School held at Town Hall.
"Poverty should not become a hindrance for those who want to achieve something in life. The hardshhips of life makes a man much stronger and gives him enormous will power. One should not get frustrated by poverty and change adversities into opportunities. They should grab the opportunities. The students of night school should not bother about the situation that made them to study during night. Instead they should fight poverty and become self-employed individuals," she said.
"Blaming poverty and letting go of opportunities will be detrimental in life. I have seen during my experience as a teacher hundreds of students who have fought poverty and excelled in life," Ms Nandavara added.
Ahmed Haji Mohiyuddin, the chairman of the Navabharath Night School, in his presidential address recalled the contribution of Khaled Master in setting up the institution and saluted his foresight and vision.
Dr PV Shenoy, of Harsha Clinic, M Ramachandra, correspondent, Sridhar Prabhu, headmaster, Fakruddin Ali, Laxmi Nayar, treasurer were present. Ravi compered the programme. Judith Mascaranhas proposed vote of thanks.
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