Bhatkal: "A student can only be a better citizen of the nation if he applies knowledge, science and sense in his life", says Chitrapur Matt Shri Shankara Ashram Swami. He was speaking at the inaugural program of new Siddhartha degree college building at Harkali, Shirali. 

In his speech, Swamji said, "In today's world, there is deficiency of colleges which teaches ethical and behavioural aspects. First and foremost,  behaviour, manners, standards and spiritual education should be provided to the students which will lead to the sucess of the student in the future along with the betterment of society

The chief guest for the function President of ZP, Jayashri Moger addressed the audience and spoke about the facilities provided by the Siddhartha degree college to the rural students and therefore the students should be grateful to the management of the college for granting this opportunity. Former MLA JD Naik also addressed the audience stating that the rural students should avail this golden opportunity. Registrar of Karnataka University Dr. MN Joshi, industrialist JD Kamath, president of Shirali Naamdhari development Association BK Naik, Professor of Karnataka University M Basavanna also shared their views. 

Captain KR Naik organised the programme. President of Shirali Grama Panchayat Venkatesh Naik, vice president of Siddhartha Education Trust Ashok Kumar Shetty etc were present. Secretary of Siddhartha Education Trust Archana U welcomed the ceremony, College Director Sudanyan Byndoor geve his welcome speech and vote of thanks was given by Principal Shantala Prabhu.