Monday, November 12, 2007
Friday, September 21, 2007
A personal note by Dr. P. Subbanna Bhat, Professor, Dept of E&C Engg, on leaving NITK
hi..
unfortunately i found this letter in someone web. and one of his fan was uploaded.
#Note : The defining moment for the current decision came on March 17, 2007, when the Senate resolved to close’ the ‘bonafide certificate’ issue – without really resolving the basic questions that rise out of it. More than 20 months ago – on June 28, 2005, I had tabled a copy of a ‘bonafide certificate’ issued (to a foreign student, for the purpose of Visa extension) under the name and seal of director, NITK – requesting the Senate to ascertain whether the document was genuine or not. Under normal circumstances it would have taken less than 20 minutes to settle the issue. In this case however, the procession went on for 20 months : Enquiry by a Senate Committee, referral (deflection ) to the BOG (Oct 07, 2006), withdrawal (of the agenda) from the BOG (March 25,2006), re-entry of the agenda to the Senate (Nov 18, 2006), and finally the resolution ‘to close the matter’ (March 17, 2007) – without addressing the original question as to whether the document is genuine or not !
The 20–month long procession was useful: it enabled me to get a full and clear view of the NITK oaradigm – the emperor was on a high chariot, with very few clothes on – from all angles, at all levels! What is the message conveyed, when two top bodies of the Institute – the Board and the Senate – refuse to term a genuine document as ‘genuine’; and a violation as ‘violation’ ? A deliberate and calculated ‘violation’ – prompted by motives that could not be defended in public – further compounded by evasion and defiance (of the Senate (Enquiry) Committee) – was condoned without a word of disapproval; whereas my attempt at exposing such shenanigans was termed as ‘impropriety’ (BOG) ! [Great administrative skill was at play here: The health of the Administration is primarily the responsibility of the BOG – not of the Senate or the faculty. Even so, for all my efforts to expose the rot, the ‘boot’ was deftly placed on my back! That contain s a ‘message’ – my third lesson of the series!!]
If some friends are still hoping to build a ‘world -class’ Institution around this Model, I wish them well – but do not share their hope !
unfortunately i found this letter in someone web. and one of his fan was uploaded.
Dear friends,
Today (May 01, 2007), I have submitted my VRS papers to the Director, NITK with a request to be relieved from the service of NITK three months from now, on Aug 01, 2007.In fact, for quite some time I was thinking of quitting NITK for good. It is a harddecision, as I have lived 31 years of my life in this campus. It is in this Institute that I studied and it is here that I have spent more than two decades of my professional life (1+23 years). I have worked at all levels of faculty position (Asst. Lecturer, Lecturer, Asst. Professor, Professor, HOD, Senator etc), and I believe that God would be pleased with my devotion to duty and sincerity of purpose. I feel that I have made my contribution – along with others – to the quality of education in the Institute. I am leaving the Dept of E&C with a name and stature higher than what it was two decades ago. I have decided to terminate this association now, as I feel that one should live only as long as necessary and that my time is over. Though there are things to be improved on every front – that is always the case, in any Dept or Institute – now I should leave it to others to carry the torch.
This Institute has been some kind of a Mother to me. I came here as a boy of 16 from my village (Aug 04, 1969) ; and grew up to be some kind of a professional, and spent 24 years as a faculty member. During this period I served her like a son – with all my heart – no matter who sat on the Chair. The ride was by no means smooth – primarily because I was rather naïve at dealing with the ‘authorities’ – and at least three times during this interval I was emotionally shattered 1990, 1998 and 2005). The first two instances were related to my professional aspirations, and he last of them was due to the happenings in the Institute – following the Govt. order sacking irectors of several NITs (March 23,2005) – over which nobody seemed to have had any control.
I confess that I am naïve even now, and am unable to cope with many developments. I visualize two (extreme) models of professionals : one that works for the Institute; and the other works for oneself – but often projects it as working for the ‘boss’. Each of us is a mix of both, in varying degrees. [Personally, I have a difficulty in projecting the first component – which is sacred activity – as the second !]. For a number of years, I remained rooted in the belief that recognition and reward would follow the first model. The consequence of this naiveté was a devastating emotional experience, which I could barely handle (Jan 1990). I interpreted it as a consequence of my ignorance of the etiquettes of dealing (supplication, genuflection etc.) with the ‘higher authorities’ ! Though the experience was intense, it did not change my character; and as a consequence, I had to undergo a second lesson – eight years later (Oct 1998) – planned and executed with great skill and aplomb! It caused me considerable distress; even so, I was able to retain my personal dignity and poise. However, it made me very sensitive to the ‘messages’ emanating from the Chair! The last of my major ordeals started about two years ago – the intensity of which was in direct proportion to my attachment to the Institute. My current decision to quit NITK, is partly an attempt to bring it to a close.
As an alumnus of this Institute, I wish that my Mother’s face shines brighter and becomes visible across the Globe. The NITK vision is to become a ‘world-class Institution’. Over the years, we have been hearing it (from the podium) - that NITK has the potential to achieve just that - which may be true - but I feel sad that I may not live long enough to see it happening. I feel that the achievement of NITK - or that of any other NIT in the country - during the first 46 years of their existence is far less that what other Institutes of repute - Harvard, Stanford, MIT, etc.- have achieved in comparable time frame s. When I seek the reasons for this impasse, I find two of them quite prominent:The identity of an Institute is seen in the set of norms – declared, understood and observed – that serves as the Frame of reference for all those who work for the Institution. These norms may (or may not) be enshrined in the Vision & Mission statements – if they are, it is certainly helpful – but what is more important is that it should be enshrined in the traditions adhered and upheld by the Institute over a period.Traditions are more forceful than the engraved (Vision & Mission) statements in the Book; for live traditions are intuitively understood and internalized by the people in the system. Healthy tradition of clearly defined norms applied uniformly without discrimination is the hard ground upon which Institutions are built; it is only on such ground that individuals feel comfortable that their contributions will be evaluated on merit, and they can hope for recognition and advancement on the basis of their contributions. It is the tradition of norms and values that provides a Frame of Reference upon which the delicate creeper of initiative leans and spirals upwards to finally bears fruits of achievement.
The soul of an Institute is its faculty – and its worth can be measured by the qualification, competence and commitment of its faculty members. The first of these parameters – the qualification – is the easiest to see. The second is more illusive – for judgment based on interviews and recommendations can be erroneous. The last parameter – commitment – may be person-specific to some extent, but to a large extent depends on the environment we create within the Institute. From a broader perspective, commitment of faculty is the most important parameter for an Institute, as a strong commitment can compensate for many other lacunae at various levels. For an Institution to grow and develop, it should create an environment where its own human resource feels comfortable, develops a sense of belonging, and feels motivated to take initiative to improve oneself and the Institute on a continuous basis. Such a policy has to have several components – decentralization (of responsibility as well as authority), a meaningful recognition-reward system etc. – but it can flourish only under a settled environment where norms – declared and understood – are applied uniformly without double standards.
If NITK has to evolve upwards into a ‘world class’ Institute, it has to have a paradigm (Frame of Reference), worthy of such an Institute. Qualitatively, KREC has achieved something noteworthy under its present model; but to achieve something more, it requires a paradigm – which can enthuse and motivate the faculty at a deeper level. I am deeply disenchanted with the present model; I do not wish to continue ploughing the same furrow as earlier, and keep reaping the same harvest as earlier ! I am sure of my ground on this; I have gone through the fire three times. Hence the decision to part.
The Institute is propelled by its own momentum. The joy or distress – even the presence r absence – of an individual like me, may not make much difference to the Institute; but it certainly makes a difference to me. I have spent 24 years of my life holding the Institute as the focus of my activities; now I wish to spend the remaining years on something more meaningful to my life. I am leaving the Institute with a strange mix of feelings – a quiet satisfaction and a stirring frustration – satisfaction on making the best effort at my station, and frustration because my achievement is neither significant nor concrete.
I wish to thank all my friends who made my life easier in the campus. Especially, those who shared my feelings at times of distress; those who lent clarity to my vision and support to my actions; and those who joined me in my prayers and worship.
This Institute has been some kind of a Mother to me. I came here as a boy of 16 from my village (Aug 04, 1969) ; and grew up to be some kind of a professional, and spent 24 years as a faculty member. During this period I served her like a son – with all my heart – no matter who sat on the Chair. The ride was by no means smooth – primarily because I was rather naïve at dealing with the ‘authorities’ – and at least three times during this interval I was emotionally shattered 1990, 1998 and 2005). The first two instances were related to my professional aspirations, and he last of them was due to the happenings in the Institute – following the Govt. order sacking irectors of several NITs (March 23,2005) – over which nobody seemed to have had any control.
I confess that I am naïve even now, and am unable to cope with many developments. I visualize two (extreme) models of professionals : one that works for the Institute; and the other works for oneself – but often projects it as working for the ‘boss’. Each of us is a mix of both, in varying degrees. [Personally, I have a difficulty in projecting the first component – which is sacred activity – as the second !]. For a number of years, I remained rooted in the belief that recognition and reward would follow the first model. The consequence of this naiveté was a devastating emotional experience, which I could barely handle (Jan 1990). I interpreted it as a consequence of my ignorance of the etiquettes of dealing (supplication, genuflection etc.) with the ‘higher authorities’ ! Though the experience was intense, it did not change my character; and as a consequence, I had to undergo a second lesson – eight years later (Oct 1998) – planned and executed with great skill and aplomb! It caused me considerable distress; even so, I was able to retain my personal dignity and poise. However, it made me very sensitive to the ‘messages’ emanating from the Chair! The last of my major ordeals started about two years ago – the intensity of which was in direct proportion to my attachment to the Institute. My current decision to quit NITK, is partly an attempt to bring it to a close.
As an alumnus of this Institute, I wish that my Mother’s face shines brighter and becomes visible across the Globe. The NITK vision is to become a ‘world-class Institution’. Over the years, we have been hearing it (from the podium) - that NITK has the potential to achieve just that - which may be true - but I feel sad that I may not live long enough to see it happening. I feel that the achievement of NITK - or that of any other NIT in the country - during the first 46 years of their existence is far less that what other Institutes of repute - Harvard, Stanford, MIT, etc.- have achieved in comparable time frame s. When I seek the reasons for this impasse, I find two of them quite prominent:The identity of an Institute is seen in the set of norms – declared, understood and observed – that serves as the Frame of reference for all those who work for the Institution. These norms may (or may not) be enshrined in the Vision & Mission statements – if they are, it is certainly helpful – but what is more important is that it should be enshrined in the traditions adhered and upheld by the Institute over a period.Traditions are more forceful than the engraved (Vision & Mission) statements in the Book; for live traditions are intuitively understood and internalized by the people in the system. Healthy tradition of clearly defined norms applied uniformly without discrimination is the hard ground upon which Institutions are built; it is only on such ground that individuals feel comfortable that their contributions will be evaluated on merit, and they can hope for recognition and advancement on the basis of their contributions. It is the tradition of norms and values that provides a Frame of Reference upon which the delicate creeper of initiative leans and spirals upwards to finally bears fruits of achievement.
The soul of an Institute is its faculty – and its worth can be measured by the qualification, competence and commitment of its faculty members. The first of these parameters – the qualification – is the easiest to see. The second is more illusive – for judgment based on interviews and recommendations can be erroneous. The last parameter – commitment – may be person-specific to some extent, but to a large extent depends on the environment we create within the Institute. From a broader perspective, commitment of faculty is the most important parameter for an Institute, as a strong commitment can compensate for many other lacunae at various levels. For an Institution to grow and develop, it should create an environment where its own human resource feels comfortable, develops a sense of belonging, and feels motivated to take initiative to improve oneself and the Institute on a continuous basis. Such a policy has to have several components – decentralization (of responsibility as well as authority), a meaningful recognition-reward system etc. – but it can flourish only under a settled environment where norms – declared and understood – are applied uniformly without double standards.
If NITK has to evolve upwards into a ‘world class’ Institute, it has to have a paradigm (Frame of Reference), worthy of such an Institute. Qualitatively, KREC has achieved something noteworthy under its present model; but to achieve something more, it requires a paradigm – which can enthuse and motivate the faculty at a deeper level. I am deeply disenchanted with the present model; I do not wish to continue ploughing the same furrow as earlier, and keep reaping the same harvest as earlier ! I am sure of my ground on this; I have gone through the fire three times. Hence the decision to part.
The Institute is propelled by its own momentum. The joy or distress – even the presence r absence – of an individual like me, may not make much difference to the Institute; but it certainly makes a difference to me. I have spent 24 years of my life holding the Institute as the focus of my activities; now I wish to spend the remaining years on something more meaningful to my life. I am leaving the Institute with a strange mix of feelings – a quiet satisfaction and a stirring frustration – satisfaction on making the best effort at my station, and frustration because my achievement is neither significant nor concrete.
I wish to thank all my friends who made my life easier in the campus. Especially, those who shared my feelings at times of distress; those who lent clarity to my vision and support to my actions; and those who joined me in my prayers and worship.
#Note : The defining moment for the current decision came on March 17, 2007, when the Senate resolved to close’ the ‘bonafide certificate’ issue – without really resolving the basic questions that rise out of it. More than 20 months ago – on June 28, 2005, I had tabled a copy of a ‘bonafide certificate’ issued (to a foreign student, for the purpose of Visa extension) under the name and seal of director, NITK – requesting the Senate to ascertain whether the document was genuine or not. Under normal circumstances it would have taken less than 20 minutes to settle the issue. In this case however, the procession went on for 20 months : Enquiry by a Senate Committee, referral (deflection ) to the BOG (Oct 07, 2006), withdrawal (of the agenda) from the BOG (March 25,2006), re-entry of the agenda to the Senate (Nov 18, 2006), and finally the resolution ‘to close the matter’ (March 17, 2007) – without addressing the original question as to whether the document is genuine or not !
The 20–month long procession was useful: it enabled me to get a full and clear view of the NITK oaradigm – the emperor was on a high chariot, with very few clothes on – from all angles, at all levels! What is the message conveyed, when two top bodies of the Institute – the Board and the Senate – refuse to term a genuine document as ‘genuine’; and a violation as ‘violation’ ? A deliberate and calculated ‘violation’ – prompted by motives that could not be defended in public – further compounded by evasion and defiance (of the Senate (Enquiry) Committee) – was condoned without a word of disapproval; whereas my attempt at exposing such shenanigans was termed as ‘impropriety’ (BOG) ! [Great administrative skill was at play here: The health of the Administration is primarily the responsibility of the BOG – not of the Senate or the faculty. Even so, for all my efforts to expose the rot, the ‘boot’ was deftly placed on my back! That contain s a ‘message’ – my third lesson of the series!!]
If some friends are still hoping to build a ‘world -class’ Institution around this Model, I wish them well – but do not share their hope !
Friday, August 17, 2007
Jog Falls
Jog Falls is the highest waterfall in India, River Sharavathi cascades down 292 m in four distinct falls at Gerusoppa is a roaring treat to one’s eyes. Linganamakki Dam and MGHE Works are the places to visit around here.
Tuesday, August 14, 2007
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Friday, August 03, 2007
Thursday, July 26, 2007
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
Athul Rock....
This is Atul Pai from Mangalore. Music is my passion and i would love to share with you all a few songs sung by me which happen to be my personal favorites too. ......
more visit his web:http://www.esnips.com/web/atulrock
hey ..... guys... visit my photo collectionss:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/manthoin/403295940/
more visit his web:http://www.esnips.com/web/atulrock
hey ..... guys... visit my photo collectionss:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/manthoin/403295940/
Wednesday, May 16, 2007
My new JOB
my new job in " REO ".
people who are in this office are very busy with there own work. some people work till 10 pm ..!! .
i was joined this office on 4th April. frist four days my senoiurs send me to the feild work. so that i can under stand the power distribution system/ network in our institute.
we have the 11kv cuebic meter point near to NH. here is the main 11kv feeder to nitk. but unfortunatelywe are receining at the avg of 9.2 to 9.7 . all most 17 to 20 % of voltage droup.
last week CPRI people are came for Energy audit. ...! remaing thinks will be ............
people who are in this office are very busy with there own work. some people work till 10 pm ..!! .
i was joined this office on 4th April. frist four days my senoiurs send me to the feild work. so that i can under stand the power distribution system/ network in our institute.
we have the 11kv cuebic meter point near to NH. here is the main 11kv feeder to nitk. but unfortunatelywe are receining at the avg of 9.2 to 9.7 . all most 17 to 20 % of voltage droup.
last week CPRI people are came for Energy audit. ...! remaing thinks will be ............
Natrue
Natrue..
What is Natrue..???
what is the diffrence between natrue nad natural..??/
"Nature" refers to the phenomena of the physical world, and also to life in general.
The word "nature" derives from the Latin word natura, or " the course of things, natural character."[1] rNatua was a Latin translation of the Greek word physis (φύσις), which originally related to the innate way in which plants and animals grow of their own accord,
http://manthoin.googlepages.com/nature.
What is Natrue..???
what is the diffrence between natrue nad natural..??/
"Nature" refers to the phenomena of the physical world, and also to life in general.
The word "nature" derives from the Latin word natura, or " the course of things, natural character."[1] rNatua was a Latin translation of the Greek word physis (φύσις), which originally related to the innate way in which plants and animals grow of their own accord,
http://manthoin.googlepages.com/nature.
Monday, April 02, 2007
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Thursday, March 22, 2007
Prevent your password from being hacked.
We do copy various data by ctrl+c for pasting elsewhere. This copied
data is stored in clipboard and is accessible from the net by a
combination of Javascripts and ASP.
Just try this:
1) Copy any text by ctrl+c
2) Click the Link:
http://www.sourcecodesworld.com/special/clipboard.asp
3) You will see the text you copied on the Screen which was
accessed by this web page.
Do not keep sensitive data (like passwords, creditcard numbers, PIN
etc.) in the clipboard while surfing the web. It is extremely easy to
extract the text stored in the clipboard to steal your sensitive
information.
Forward this information to as many friends as you can, to save them
from online frauds !
Pratima Jain
<pratimajain82@yahoo.com>
E- mail collection
data is stored in clipboard and is accessible from the net by a
combination of Javascripts and ASP.
Just try this:
1) Copy any text by ctrl+c
2) Click the Link:
http://www.sourcecodesworld.com/special/clipboard.asp
3) You will see the text you copied on the Screen which was
accessed by this web page.
Do not keep sensitive data (like passwords, creditcard numbers, PIN
etc.) in the clipboard while surfing the web. It is extremely easy to
extract the text stored in the clipboard to steal your sensitive
information.
Forward this information to as many friends as you can, to save them
from online frauds !
Pratima Jain
<pratimajain82@yahoo.com>
E- mail collection
Wednesday, March 14, 2007
Friday, March 09, 2007
crucifixion of jesus
The crucifixion of Jesus is detailed in all four of the New Testament Gospels. Not only do these four accounts accurately portray this historical event, they graphically depict a Roman practice that has been absolutely confirmed by the archaeological evidence.
In 1968, the historical veracity for the crucifixion of Jesus took another leap forward. A mass gravesite in Israel was uncovered that contained 35 male bodies, each of which died a brutal death around the time of the Jewish revolt against Rome in 70 AD. An inscription identified one of the men as Yohan Ben Ha'galgol. Studies of his bones performed by specialists from the Hadassah Medical School determined this man was in his late 20's and stood five feet six inches tall.
The Last supper
According to the Gospels, the Last Supper (also called Lord's Supper) was the last meal Jesus shared with his apostles before his death. The Last Supper has been the subject of many paintings, perhaps the most famous by Leonardo da Vinci. In the course of the Last Supper, and with specific reference to taking the bread and the wine, Jesus told his disciples, "Do this in remembrance of Me", (1 Cor 11:23-25). (The vessel which was used to serve the wine, the Holy Chalice, is considered by some to be the "Holy Grail"). Many Christians describe this as the institution of the Eucharist.
Thursday, March 08, 2007
JESUS ( paintings & photos)
Jesus was born in Bethlehem, the city of David.
Augustus Caesar ordered a census in Israel. Joseph and Mary went to Bethlehem for the census. The tiny city was crowded with Jews who also came to register. So there was no room for Joseph's family at the inn. Mary gave birth to Jesus in Bethlehem. She wrapped him in cloths, and laid him in a manger.
"Glory to God in the highest, and on earth, peace towards men."
JESUS 2( paintings & photos)
Temple Rites Joseph and Mary observed the law of Moses by circumcising Jesus, and presenting him in the temple. On the eighth day after his birth, Christ was circumcised. Joseph named him Jesus, as an angel had instructed.
Easter... /Good friday
Easter, also known as Pascha (Greek Πάσχα: Passover), the Feast of the Resurrection, the Sunday of the Resurrection, or Resurrection Day, is the most important religious feast of the Christian liturgical year, observed between late March and late April (early April to early May in Eastern Christianity). It celebrates the resurrection of Jesus, which his followers believe occurred on the third day after his death by crucifixion some time in the period AD 27 to 33 (see Good Friday). In the Roman Catholic Church, Easter is actually an eight-day feast called the Octave of Easter.
Easter also refers to the season of the church year, lasting for fifty days, from Easter Sunday through Pentecost.
Easter also refers to the season of the church year, lasting for fifty days, from Easter Sunday through Pentecost.
Tuesday, February 27, 2007
True Value of a Software...!!
how do u find a true value of any software..??
suppose we want to busy a 10grams of gold. currently it costs around Rs10000.00 in any where india, rate may changes in some rupes. but what about a software..??? actuvally we don't know the actuval value of a that perticular software.(not printed in his cover or bill)we blindly accepected the comapny rated cost or market value. the company can be mentoin the rate more than 10 times the actuval cost of that software product some times even more..!!!
can any one explain following my doubts.....plzzzz
1) how to identify a true value of a software..?
2) how to test the quality of a software..???
3) how company people rate the cost of a sofware..??
4) what is the life time of a perticular sofwatre..??
suppose we want to busy a 10grams of gold. currently it costs around Rs10000.00 in any where india, rate may changes in some rupes. but what about a software..??? actuvally we don't know the actuval value of a that perticular software.(not printed in his cover or bill)we blindly accepected the comapny rated cost or market value. the company can be mentoin the rate more than 10 times the actuval cost of that software product some times even more..!!!
can any one explain following my doubts.....plzzzz
1) how to identify a true value of a software..?
2) how to test the quality of a software..???
3) how company people rate the cost of a sofware..??
4) what is the life time of a perticular sofwatre..??
Monday, February 26, 2007
bull shit.... great firewall ..???from...@#$ called Cyberoam..!!
WHAT IS THE WRONG WITH MY WEB SITE...???
www.manojthomas.boxmail.biz
my web site cant update or view in my institute...!!! they blocked...!!!
due to that thirdclass useless software called cyberoam..!!
" Dear NITK, This message is from the Internet Gateway. The web site www.manojthomas.boxmail.biz/cgi-bin/guest_eng.pl you are trying to access is listed as a site within the category Gambling This category is blocked. Sorry.
PLEASE DO NOT CHANGE THE ATTRIBUTES OF THE USER 'nitk'Cyberoam is a Unified Threat Manager. "
www.manojthomas.boxmail.biz
my web site cant update or view in my institute...!!! they blocked...!!!
due to that thirdclass useless software called cyberoam..!!
" Dear NITK, This message is from the Internet Gateway. The web site www.manojthomas.boxmail.biz/cgi-bin/guest_eng.pl you are trying to access is listed as a site within the category Gambling This category is blocked. Sorry.
PLEASE DO NOT CHANGE THE ATTRIBUTES OF THE USER 'nitk'Cyberoam is a Unified Threat Manager. "
Monday, February 12, 2007
Friday, February 09, 2007
Thursday, February 08, 2007
Friday, February 02, 2007
Monday, January 22, 2007
Sand sculpture contests
A 200-foot long sand sculpture of Kumbakarna made by Pramod Patnaik is a star attraction at the utsav. The longest sand sculpture ever made in India, it is likely to find a place in the Limca book of records. It took 12 days to build the sculpture with 4,000 tonnes of sand. It has been built at a cost of Rs. 3.75 lakh.
KITE FLYING
Kite-flying contest and boat race would be included in the beach festival to be held at Panambur.
Colourful kites in the sky, sand sculpture contests, boat races, and a food festival are some of the highlights of the utsav which will
go on till Sunday.
Beach festival
The Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) and Team Mangalore have organised an international kite festival for the first time Sunday at the Panambur beach .07
MANGALORE: The carnival at Panambur beach has begun with the inauguration of "Beach Utsav" on Friday.
Colourful kites in the sky, sand sculpture contests, boat races, and a food festival are some of the highlights of the utsav which will go on till Sunday
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