Mangalore : A State level Scouts Convention organised at the DK Scouts and Guides Training Centre at Pilikula was inaugurated by Ananthakrishna, non-executive Chairman of Karnataka Bank on November 8, Thursday.

Presiding over the function, NG Mohan, District Scouts and Guides Commissioner said as per a recent order,  while enrolment for medical and engineering courses, Scouts, Guides, Rovers and Rangers will be given special eligibility and added they are entitled for extra marks  in CET.

He also stated that participation in Scouts and Guides activities go a long way in personality development. The three day camp will feature seminars and various activities. Over 150 Scouts and Guides from various parts of the state are taking part in the convention.