01 November 2026
St Joseph’s College, Hassan, inaugurated the festivities of Kannada Rajyotsava 2026 with
great enthusiasm and a celebration of Karnataka’s rich literary and cultural heritage.
The programme commenced with the unveiling of a special Kannada Rajyotsava portrait
featuring photographs of renowned Kannada literary personalities from Hassan district,
paying tribute to their valuable contributions to Kannada language and literature.
The inauguration was marked by vibrant dance performances by students, reflecting their
enthusiasm and love for Kannada culture. As part of the celebrations, a series of
competitions, including Kannada quiz, speech, dance and other cultural events, have been
organised to encourage students to appreciate, celebrate and preserve the Kannada
language and heritage.
The celebrations aim to foster linguistic pride, cultural awareness and a deeper appreciation
of Karnataka’s rich traditions among students. The event took place on 28 th October 2026,
organized by the Kannada Sangha of the college with its department of Kannda.