Mysore :

“R.S. Naidu was a multi-faceted person excelling in every field,” opined Prof. M.G. Krishnan, Vice-Chancellor, Karnataka State Open University (KSOU).

He was speaking after inaugurating a programme organised by R.S. Naidu Art and Cultural Welfare Trust at Nadabrahma Sangeetha Sabha on JLB Road here yesterday to mark the 28th death anniversary of Freedom Fighter and Sculptor R.S. Naidu.

Krishnan said that Naidu joined Youth Congress and worked for its unification. He added that Naidu was also an art patron and a good sculptor.

On the occasion, RSN Memorial award was presented to Senior Advocate M.A. Sampath Iyengar, Sri Kumara Nijaguna Swamiji of Kollegal and Star of Mysore Editor-in-Chief K.B. Ganapathy.

Addressing the gathering, Ganapathy said that Naidu after having worked hard for the society turned a loner towards the end probably upset over the value deficit in society.

He said that though many leaders fought for nation’s freedom only a few are being remembered. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, for example, is hardly remembered despite his great contribution for country’s unity. He also lauded the services of R.S. Naidu Trust.

Mysore Art Gallery President and sculptor L. Shivalingappa presided. District Kannada Sahitya Parishat President M. Chandrashekar was present.

Later, a cultural programme was presented by Mahathi Orchestra and M-Modal troupe.

source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> General News / February 25th, 2014