With the support of Shri R. V. Deshpande, MLA of Haliyal and Head of the R.V. Deshpande Memorial Trust, the Mahamaya Foundation and Manipal Foundation have jointly launched virtual classes in government schools across Haliyal, Dandeli, and Joida taluks from the academic year 2024–2025.
This initiative aims to provide quality education to students in rural areas, benefiting over 2,000 students. Teachers and headmasters appreciated the program, noting that it has improved student interest, engagement, and confidence.
Dr. Usha Pai, Secretary of Mahamaya Foundation, thanked Shri R. V. Deshpande and Manipal Foundation for their support in successfully implementing this impactful educational program, which is seen as a significant step in improving education and skill development in the region.
Dr. Usha S Pai K, Secretary of Mahamaya Foundation, met Shri R. V. Deshpande, MLA of Haliyal and Head of the R. V. Deshpande Memorial Trust. With his support, Mahamaya Foundation, in collaboration with Manipal Foundation, has launched virtual classes for students of government schools in Haliyal, Dandeli, and Joida from the academic year 2023–2024.
Shri R. V. Deshpande has been instrumental in bringing about a revolution in skill development and education in his constituency, empowering students and shaping a brighter future for the region.
Felicitation Program 2023–24
Honoring the Achievers of Virtual and Scholar Programs
Organized by: Manipal Foundation & Mahamaya Foundation
Date: 7th August 2024 | Time: 3:30 PM
Venue: Sharada Hall, MCHP, MAHE, Manipal
The Manipal Foundation, in collaboration with Sri Karkala Rukma Ranganath Pai Memorial Mahamaya Foundation, proudly hosted the Felicitation Ceremony 2023–24 to recognize the academic excellence and sincere dedication of achievers from the Virtual and Scholar Programs.
The event was held at Sharada Hall, MAHE, Manipal, and was graced by eminent personalities.
Chief Guest:
• Mr. Ganapathi K (DDPI, Udupi)
Guest of Honor:
• Lt. Gen. (Dr.) M.D. Venkatesh (Vice Chancellor, MAHE & Trustee, Manipal Foundation)
Special Invitees:
• Mr. Harinarayan Sharma (CEO, Manipal Foundation)
• Dr. K. Usha S Pai (Secretary, Mahamaya Foundation)
The program featured warm speeches, award distribution to deserving students, cultural performances by young participants, and expressions of gratitude from beneficiaries of the program. The atmosphere was filled with joy, pride, and encouragement, acknowledging not only academic success but also the values of perseverance and aspiration.
The ceremony was live-streamed and received active engagement from the community, celebrating the transformative power of education and support.
Funded by Manipal Foundation and partnered with Mahamaya Foundation, this initiative continues to empower and uplift young learners through sustained educational support.
Felicitation Program for Scholar & Virtual Class Achievers (2022–23)
Organized by: Manipal Foundation & Mahamaya Foundation
Date: 27th July 2023 | Time: 2:30 PM
Venue: Mahamaya Foundation, Nehru Memorial Library Building, Manipal
Manipal Foundation, in collaboration with Sri Karkala Rukma Ranganath Pai Memorial Mahamaya Foundation, hosted a grand Felicitation Program to honor the outstanding achievers of the Scholar and Virtual Class Program for the academic year 2022–23.
The event was graced by distinguished Chief Guests, Prof. H. S. Ballal (Pro Chancellor, MAHE & Trustee, Manipal Foundation) and Lt. Gen. (Dr.) M.D. Venkatesh (Vice Chancellor, MAHE & Trustee, Manipal Foundation).
Our esteemed Guests of Honour included:
• Mr. Ganapathi K (DDPI, Udupi)
• Mr. Ashok Kamath (Vice Principal, DIET Udupi)
• Mr. Shamprasad Kudva (ZP, GHS Educational Committee)
• Mr. Nagbhushan Shet (SDMC, Govt. Composite High School, Volakadu)
The ceremony acknowledged the academic dedication and consistent efforts of the achievers enrolled in the scholar and virtual programs. The event featured inspiring speeches, cultural performances by students, and the presentation of mementos and certificates to the awardees.
Spearheaded by Mr. Harinarayan Sharma (CEO, Manipal Foundation) and Dr. K. Usha S Pai (Secretary, Mahamaya Foundation), the felicitation program served as a platform to appreciate and encourage the educational journey of bright young minds.
The event was live-streamed and received an overwhelming response from viewers and the local academic community.
Felicitation Program 2021-22
Recognizing Excellence in the Virtual and Scholar Programs
Organized by: Manipal Foundation & Mahamaya Foundation
Date: 24th August 2022 | Time: 2:30 PM
Venue: Govt. Composite High School, Volakadu
The Manipal Foundation, in association with the Sri Karkala Rukma Ranganath Pai Memorial Mahamaya Foundation, organized a meaningful Felicitation Program to acknowledge and appreciate the achievements of students enrolled in the Virtual and Scholar Programs.
The event began with an invocation by students of Volakadu, followed by a warm welcome speech from Mrs. Nirmala Rao, HM of Govt. Composite High School, Volakadu. The core of the program featured the felicitation and prize distribution, celebrating the hard work and success of the student achievers.
Esteemed dignitaries delivered inspirational speeches:
• Mrs. Shruti Pai (Trustee, Manipal Foundation)
• Dr. Venkatraja M Prabhu (Pro Vice-Chancellor, MAHE – Health Sciences)
• Mr. Harinarayan Sharma (CEO, Manipal Foundation)
• Dr. Ashok Kamath (Vice Principal, DIET Udupi), who also proposed the vote of thanks
The event also included valuable student feedback, providing heartfelt reflections from the beneficiaries of the program. It was a day filled with appreciation, motivation, and shared joy, leaving a lasting impact on students, faculty, and guests alike.
On this Independence Day, in partnership with Manipal Foundation, we are pleased to announce that we are now connected to the students of Govt. High School, Siddakatte, Bantwal. Usha Pai ma'am addressed the gathering of students and delegates. Check out the pictures and read out the news article for more details. We are excited to connect and bring the VIRTUAL CLASS PROGRAM to these students
The Inauguration of Kannada Medium Virtual Class room of Manipal Foundation and Mahamaya Foundation and Felicitation program of star performers of Virtual Class room program and scholar program was held at Government PU College, Bramhavara on 27.07.2019.Inaugaration was done by Mr Rajen Padukone, C E O Manipal Foundation. Mr O.R. Prakash Block Education Officer, Bramhavara was the chief Guest for the program and the program was presided over by Mr B.T Nayak, Headmaster and Mrs Usha Pai, Secretary Mahamaya Foundation, Principal GPUC,Brahmavara and members of PTI and SDMC.
The online classes conducted by experienced teachers for grade 9 and 10 in Studio School will be broadcasted to 10 other beneficiary Government High Schools through internet. Curriculum Based English, Mathematics and Science subjects are taught to students of Grade 9 and 10. Students who performed well in of grade 10 and Grade 12 last academic year were felicitated. 8 star performers received Gold Medals and 112 students were awarded with cash Prizes. Mr. Roshan student of Grade 12 was Master of Ceremony. Mr. Rajen Padukone gave valuable inputs to the prize winners. Mr O R Prakash BEO assured full cooperation from the education deparment.
Mr. Rajen Padukone, CEO, Manipal Foundation, graced us with his presence and inaugurated the new Virtual Classroom (VC) at Karkala Sundar Puranik Memorial Govt. High School, Pervaje on 06/02/2019.
It was a pleasure to hand over the letters of gratitude to SP Laxman Nimbargi As a part our Daan Utsav Initiative. Such a simple man. He went through every letter and expressed his happiness.
TEAM MAHAMAYA IT IS JUST THE BEGINNING.
A proud batch of 2017-18 We are very excited to inform that our students of the Scholar program of Mahamaya Foundation: Shraddha, Yashodhara and Shravan have secured 9th, 10th and 12th position in the state in the class 12 program.
Mr Rajen Padukone inaugarated Kannada Medium cluster at Government Composite High School Volakadu in the month of November, 2017.
A proud batch of 2016-17 with our chief guests: Mrs. vijayalaxmi, DDPU Udupi, Mr. Vishwanath Bayari, HM of Government Pre-university College for Girls,(High school section)Udupi.
In the September month of 2016 a KANNADA medium cluster was inaugarated by sir Bala Warrier at Govt Girls High School Udupi.
A proud batch of 2015-16 with our chief guests: Mr. Vishwanath Bayari, HM of GPUCG,(High school section), Udupi, Registrar Dr. Narayana Sabhahit Manipal University, Ms. Nirmala Rao, HM of GCHS, Volakadu & Mr. B T Nayak, HM of GHS, Brahmavar, Udupi.
inauguration by Mr. S. S. Ballal, Pro-Chancellor, Manipal University, With Mr. H. Shantaram, Manipal Academy School.
