Kasaragod District Collector Arjun Pandian delivered the inaugural address at the Hindu Civil Services Pre-Summit in Kozhikode on Saturday. | Photo credit: K. Ragesh
The Hindu Civil Services pre-summit held here on Saturday (April 11, 2026) attracted participants from across Malabar and served as a curtain raiser to the mega conclave scheduled for April 25 and 26 in Thiruvananthapuram.
Kasaragod district collector Arjun Pandian, Kozhikode sub-collector S. Gautham Raj and last year’s Wayanad state board member Hridya S. Biju shared their journeys with the aspirants.
Mr. Pandian launched the program at the Chavara Cultural Centre. Speaking on “Strategies to Crack UPSC Aiming IAS”, he emphasized the need for a focused approach to the exam. “Civil services offer diverse opportunities, unparalleled exposure and rich administrative experience,” he said.
Published – 11 Apr 2026 21:27 IST
