Chitradurga: Karnataka Minister T. Raghumurthy marked Children’s Day by returning to the government school where he began his education nearly six decades ago, revisiting old memories and spending time with students.
The Scheduled Tribes Welfare Minister and Chitradurga district in-charge made a surprise visit to the Senior Primary School at Kadabanakatte in Chitradurga taluk while travelling to Chitradurga and Challakere.
Recalling his school days, Raghumurthy said he joined Class I in 1967–68 and studied at the institution until Class VII. He credited the school with laying the foundation for his future and helping him pursue engineering.
He interacted with students, enquired about school facilities and distributed sweets as part of the Children’s Day celebrations. He also held discussions with headmaster K. Sudarshan and other staff members.
Raghumurthy assured the school authorities that necessary support would be extended for its overall development and improvement of facilities in the surrounding area. He also stressed the importance of environmental conservation.
Describing the visit as memorable, the minister said returning to his alma mater on Children’s Day was a special experience.