WORLD SCARF DAY- 2026

Each year on August 1, scouts across the world celebrate World Scout Scarf Day. This day is for all active and former scout members to showcase their scout pride by wearing their scarf’s in public. Hence, over time, the scouts’ scarf has become a symbol of strength and courage.

       The Rovers and Rangers unit of SBMJC, KGF celebrated world Scarf Day and shared the importance of Scarf Day with the students. Students learnt the law and Prayer of scouts.

       The Chief Guest Dr.Rekha Sethi, Principal, SBMJC, KGF emphasized the significance of Scarf day, Guest of honor Dr L. Jayapandian IQAC Co-ordinator, Ms. Kalpana and Ms. Chithra (BCA DEPT)

Dr. L. Jayapandian, IQAC Coordinator, spoke to the students about the importance of the Rovers and Rangers movement. He highlighted the values of discipline, service, helping others, and the significant role that Rovers and Rangers play in developing responsible, dedicated, and socially committed citizens.

Mr. Nagesha P, Rover Scout Leader, Ms. Shylu S, Ranger Leader were present.

OUTCOME: Students developed a better understanding of the values of discipline, leadership, teamwork, and community service. The programme inspired them to become responsible citizens and actively participate in service-oriented activities.

No. of students: 80 

Geneva Convention Day

The  Indian Red Cross Society, SBMJFGC, KGF  observed Geneva Convention Day on 12th August 2026 . The Chief guest Dr. Manjunath, Orthopaedic surgeon, Bone and joint centre, Robertson pet, KGF addressed the gathering on Geneva Convention Day, he briefed about International treaties that sets the rules of war to protect people, principle of Red Cross, importance of first aid and motivated the students to engage in social responsibility.

250 students and 12 faculty members actively participated.

World Blood Donor Day

The NSS Unit, in association with the Red Ribbon Club of Sri Bhagawan Mahaveer Jain First Grade College, KGF, observed World Blood Donor Day on 14th June 2024.

An awareness programme on the “Importance of Blood Donation” was conducted to educate students about the significance of voluntary blood donation and its role in saving lives. The participants also took the Blood Donation Pledge and expressed their commitment to promoting awareness about blood donation. A total of 25 students actively participated in the programme.

REPORT ON VISIT TO GKVK, BENGALURU

The Department of Life Science, Sri Bhagawan Mahaveer  Jain First Grade College , KGF organized an educational visit to Gandhi Krishi Vigyana Kendra (GKVK), University of Agricultural Sciences, Bengaluru, on 7th August 2026.

The main objective of the visit was to provide with practical exposure to the applications of biotechnology in horticulture, plant tissue culture, mushroom cultivation  and biofertilizer technology. The visit helped students relate the theoretical concepts learned in classrooms to their practical applications in agriculture, plant propagation, mushroom cultivation and sustainable crop production.

The students gained an understanding of the major stages involved in micro propagation:

  • Selection of suitable plant material or explants
  • Surface sterilization
  • Preparation of culture medium
  • Inoculation under aseptic conditions
  • Shoot multiplication
  • Root induction
  • Hardening and acclimatization
  • Transfer of plants to soil or growing conditions

The students were able to understand the importance of maintaining aseptic conditions to prevent microbial contamination.

One of the major highlights of the visit was learning about plant tissue culture.

The students gained an understanding of the major stages involved in micropropagation:

  • Selection of suitable plant material or explant
  • Surface sterilization
  • Preparation of culture medium
  • Inoculation under aseptic conditions
  • Shoot multiplication
  • Root induction
  • Hardening and acclimatization
  • Transfer of plants to soil or growing conditions

Students learned about the importance of beneficial microorganisms associated with agricultural production and the potential applications of microbial biotechnology in agriculture.

30 students and 5 faculty members actively participated

FIELD VISIT BY ECO CLUB

The  Eco Club ,SBMJFGC,KGF  organized  a field  visit  to GKVK  on 7th August 2026  to provide practical knowledge about biodiversity, agriculture, and environmental conservation. During the visit, students observed various plant species and learned about sustainable farming practices and the importance of conserving natural resources. The visit helped students develop environmental awareness and encouraged them to adopt sustainable and eco-friendly practices in their daily lives.

50 students and 2 faculty members actively participated.