Mangalore:  Former MP Vinaykumar Sorake said the ideals of Sri Narayana Guru the great philosopher saint were relevant at all times and will continue to inspire for generations to come.

He was speaking at the 12th annual conference of the Narayana Guru Yuva Vedike  held at Town Hall on June 17, Sunday.

MLA and former minister Krishna Palemar who was present as a chief guest, lauded the  activities of the Yuva Vedike over the past twelve years.

Outstanding Billawa Young achievers  namely Supreetha Poojari, gold medal winner in weight lifting, Amitha Poojari,  silver medal winner in power lifting and Salony, a karatekar were felicitated on the occasion.

Prajwal Poojari who scored 98.1 per cent in SSLC exams of this year was also felicitated. Several SSLC and PUC students of the Billawa community who have excelled in their exams were also honoured. Scholarships were also awarded to meritorious students.

Udupi ZP chief Katpadi Shankar Poojary, Mangalore TP Chief Bhavya G Poojary, Sumalatha N Suvarna, Yadav Kotian, Dejappa Dallodi and several other Billawa leaders were present on the occasion.