Mangalore : The prestigious State Level ‘Vandana Award’ be presented to Padmashree Dr Kadri Gopalnath for his significant achievement in the field of classical instrumental saxophone music, said Rtn Dr B Devdas Rai, chairman of the award committee.
He was speaking at the press meet held Hotel Woodlands on Mar 14, Monday. He also said that the award is organized by Rotary Club of Mangalore Central jointly with Rotaract Club of Mangalore City as a part of its vocational service projects.
Speaking on the award he said that, the organization will confer the award annually on the achievers in recognition and in appreciation of their outstanding achievements ion their respective field of service, such as art, music, culture, science, sports and community service. The award will comprise of citation, a silver plaque, a gold coin, fruit basket and shawl, he said.
The award presentation ceremony will be held on March 18, Friday at Eden Aquatic and Sports Foundation, Nanthoor at 8 pm. Dr K N Vijayaprakash, MCC Commissioner will grace the occasion as the chief guest. Assistant Governor Rtn. Usman Kukkady will be the guest of honour. The president of the club Rt, Herman Periera will preside and the chairman of the award committee will deliver the felicitation speech.