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Yadava College celebrated its 56th College Day and Sports Day on April 16. C. Raju, Principal (i/c), who presented the annual report, highlighted the academic milestones, infrastructural developments, and institutional achievements over the past academic year and emphasised the college's commitment to academic excellence,character-building and holistic development of students. E. Nelson Edward Gnana Joel, Director of Physical Education, delivered the Sports Day report. The event was graced by V.S.P. Solamalai Pitchai, chairman of Solamalai Group of Companies, Madurai. He delivered the College Day address and distributed prizes to students excelling in academics, sports, and other co-curricular activities. KPS Kannan, chairman of Hotel Park Plaza, Madurai and Chennai, delivered the special address. He emphasized the importance of leadership, innovation, and ethical values in education and industry, inspiring students to become change-makers in their respective fields. M. Balasubramaniam, Controller of Examinations, and M. Azhagappan, Dean, played key roles in organising the event. The vote of thanks was delivered by A. Rajagopal, Director of self-financing courses.
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