Bengaluru, June 27: The two-day Vidyapeeth Corner Fest-2026 commenced on Saturday at Gajendra Vilas Hotel, Vidyapeeth Circle, Katriguppe Road, Bengaluru, attracting enthusiastic participation from residents, families, entrepreneurs and community members. The festival, which continues on Sunday, featured a vibrant blend of spiritual, cultural, social and health-oriented activities.
The event was inaugurated by L.A. Ravi Subramaniam, who lauded the organisers for creating a platform that promotes cultural heritage, community engagement and social well-being.
A major highlight of the day was the mass recitation of Lalitha Sahasranama and the Bhagavad Gita, which witnessed participation from devotees of all age groups. The spiritual atmosphere was further enriched by devotional bhajan sessions and religious programmes that drew considerable public interest.
The cultural segment showcased a variety of performances, including the presentation of Srinivasa Kalyana , which was well received by the audience. A matrimonial conference was also organised as part of the festival, providing a platform for families and prospective brides and grooms to interact and connect.
Adding to the festival’s community-centric approach, several women entrepreneurs set up stalls displaying a wide range of handmade and home-produced items. Visitors had the opportunity to explore and purchase unique products, while also encouraging small-scale and home-based businesses.
A free basic health screening camp was conducted by NU Hospitals, Mission Road, Bengaluru. The camp witnessed a strong response, with a large number of visitors availing themselves of health check-up services. The health camp was inaugurated by K.N. Chayapathi, who appreciated the initiative aimed at promoting preventive healthcare among the public.
The matrimonial conference was inaugurated by veteran film actor Shankar Bhat , who commended the organisers for facilitating meaningful social interactions within the community.
The festival was organised under the leadership of Hanumesh K. Yavagal, President of the Karnataka State Digital News Media Association.
Speaking on the occasion, organisers expressed satisfaction over the overwhelming public response and participation across all segments of the event.
With its successful combination of spirituality, culture, entrepreneurship, social networking and healthcare awareness, the opening day of Vidyapeeth Corner Fest-2026 concluded on a high note. Organisers expect an even larger turnout on the second day as more programmes and activities are scheduled to take place.
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