Mandya University Vice Chancellor Prof. Shivachittappa at an exhibition of historical documents in Mandya on Thursday. | Photo credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT
Historical records play a vital role in preserving the past and without them it is impossible to understand history, Mandya University Vice-Chancellor Prof. K. Shivachittappa. “So it’s not wrong to say that historical records protect history,” he noted.
He was speaking after inaugurating an exhibition of historical documents and photographs at the auditorium of the Government Women’s College (Autonomous), Mandya. The event was organized in collaboration with Karnataka State Archives Department, Divisional Archives Office, Mysuru and Government Women’s College.
Prof. Terming each history-related program as “meaningful”, Shivachittappa urged the students to make full use of the exhibition to learn about the history of Manda, the university, local traditions and the heritage of the erstwhile kingdom of Mysore. He encouraged them to develop an interest in collecting historical records.
According to him, Indian culture, tradition and history are unique. “The culture of Mysuru is particularly renowned. But it is unfortunate that the current generation is moving away from the indigenous culture and is increasingly adopting western customs,” he noted.
Dr. Gavisiddayya, Director, Karnataka State Archives Department, said the records are essential not only for students of history but for everyone, both personally and academically. The loss of records equals the loss of history, he noted, adding that preserved documents make it possible to recreate what has been lost.
“Don’t assume history is only about the dead; it’s a living journey,” he said. “History is vast and endless. Many who have studied history have become government officials. Everyone should understand history.”
The Government Women’s College (autonomous) were attended by prof. Gururaj Prabhu K., Deputy Director Divisional Archives Office Mysuru Manjunath HL and others.
Published – 27 Nov 2025 19:14 IST
