Nitte University campus in Deralakatte now have Karnataka’s 2nd tallest flagpole

Mangalore Today News Network

Mangaluru, Feb 14, 2023: This is the height of patriotism. The second highest flagpole in Karnataka, measuring 164 feet, was built in the courtyard of Justice KS Hegde Charitable Hospital in Deralakatte by Nitte University was unveiled on 14th February, 2023.

IGP Chandragupta, West Zone, hoisted the first flag on the new pole. The hoisted flag measures 30 ft x 45 ft. The pole has an electrically operated hoisting and unfurling system.

Speaking on the occasion, IGP Chandragupta said that sacred acts such as the large-scale hoisting of the national flag will fulfill thoughts of uplifting the country through noble values and the national flag will convey the message of sacrifice, bravery, self-confidence, peace and harmony.

Chancellor of Nitte (Deemed to be University), N. Vinaya Hegde,  said that "the organisation has been running a hospital in Deralakatte for 24 years. It is an honour to unveil a massive national flag as we celebrate the Silver Jubilee of the institution. When entering an educational institution, every student should salute the national flag. He also said that while size and height are unimportant, the significance of the national flag should be widely known."

Pro-Chancellors Dr. Shantharam Shetty and Mr. Vishal Hegde, Vice-chancellor Dr. B. Satheesh Kumar Bhandary, Director-Global Initiatives Dr. M. S. Moodithaya and others were present on the occasion.