Manipal Universal Press releases two Kannada books
Manipal, Nov 27, 2021: Manipal Universal Press, a unit of Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) released two Kannada books titled Samajika Samanvyada Harikara Kanakadasaru and Bhashanthara: Jijnase Mattu Prathyakshike.
The books are authored by Prof P R Panchamukhi and Prof N T Bhat respectively. The program was held at Nutana Ravindra Mantapa, MGM College, Udupi on Nov 22.
Releasing the book, Lt Gen (Dr) M D Venkatesh, Vice-Chancellor, MAHE, spoke about the role of MUP, as a publication house of MAHE, an institution of eminence, in actively making available the knowledge generated within and beyond to the public.
He said, MUP, in its glory of 10th year, has more than 200 titles across languages including English, Kannada, Hindi, Sanskrit, and Tulu.
Chief guest, Dr. H Vinod Bhat, Executive Vice President, MAHE, said, MUP having grown as one of the largest publication houses in the last ten years, has its titles being received well by academicians as well as the general public.
Though the academic and general interests are distinct, MUP could bridge this gap by creatively choosing its titles, he added.
In her introductory remarks, Dr. Neeta Inamdar, Chief Editor, Manipal Universal Press said, MUP would strive hard to meet its objective of disseminating knowledge across disciplines that reach the audience across generations. She presented a video documentary of MUP’s footprints of a decade-long performance and growth.
The book launch ceremony was followed by a panel discussion with Prof N T Bhat, Prof Padekallu Vishnu Bhat, Prof Parvathi G Aithal as panelists moderated by Dr. Pritviraj Kavathar, the Acquisition Editor of MUP.
As this event coincided with Kanaka Jayanthi celebrations, Revati Nadgir and Mahesh Malpe presented a skit based on the life of Kanakadasa. Dr. Srinivasa N Acharya delivered the vote of thanks.
