Renowned poet and author Jayant Kaikini (front row – fourth from left) and Padma Shree awardee Prof. G.N. Devy (fifth from left), who were the chief guests during the inauguration of Mysore Literary Association at the A.V. Hall of Mahajana First Grade college in Jayalakshmipuram last evening, are seen with (front row – from left) Prof. K. Latha Biddappa (Association Treasurer), Prof. P.N. Sridevi (Executive Committee Member), Prof. K.C. Belliappa (President), Prof. B.N. Balajee (Secretary), Prof. Nalini Chandar (EC Member); (back row – from left) Prof. H.S. Shivanna, K.C. Haridas, Prof. Anitha Braggs (partly seen) and A.K. Monnappa (all EC Members).