APRIL 4, 2026 — RAICHUR: Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy joined top national leaders today to inaugurate the new Sainik School at the Sri Krishnadevaraya Educational Institution in Sindhanur town. We saw the high-profile ceremony unfold as a major step toward strengthening India’s defense education in North Karnataka.
The event was graced by the Union Minister of State for Defence, Sanjay Seth, and the Andhra Pradesh IT Minister, Nara Lokesh, marking a significant collaboration between the neighboring states for a national cause.
Our sources confirmed that the school is part of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision to establish 100 new Sainik Schools across the country through private-public partnerships.
During his address, Kumaraswamy expressed his immense pride in the project. “This Sainik School is a meaningful step toward fulfilling the Prime Minister’s great resolve to strengthen the nation’s military strength,” Kumaraswamy stated. He emphasized that these institutions are the nurseries for the nation’s future defenders.
The inauguration saw a massive gathering of public figures and local leaders. We talked to attendees who noted the presence of senior MLA Hampanagouda Badarli, former Minister Venkata Rao Nadagouda, and Members of Parliament Raghavendra Hitnal and Kumar Naik.
ರಾಯಚೂರು ಜಿಲ್ಲೆಯ ಸಿಂಧನೂರು ಪಟ್ಟಣದಲ್ಲಿ ಶ್ರೀಕೃಷ್ಣದೇವರಾಯ ವಿದ್ಯಾಸಂಸ್ಥೆಯ ನೂತನ ಸೈನಿಕ ಶಾಲೆಯನ್ನು ಕೇಂದ್ರದ ರಕ್ಷಣಾ ಖಾತೆ ರಾಜ್ಯ ಸಚಿವರಾದ ಗೌರವಾನ್ವಿತ ಶ್ರೀ @SethSanjayMP ಅವರು, ಆಂಧ್ರ ಪ್ರದೇಶದ ಐಟಿ ಮತ್ತು ಮಾನವ ಸಂಪನ್ಮೂಲ ಅಭಿವೃದ್ಧಿ ಖಾತೆ ಸಚಿವರು, ಯುವಮಿತ್ರರಾದ ಶ್ರೀ @naralokesh ಅವರೊಂದಿಗೆ ಅತ್ಯಂತ ಸಂತೋಷ ಮತ್ತು… pic.twitter.com/aPin89eiuN
— ಹೆಚ್.ಡಿ.ಕುಮಾರಸ್ವಾಮಿ | HD Kumaraswamy (@hd_kumaraswamy) April 4, 2026
“I wish for this Sainik School to grow into a giant tree in the future and provide a unique contribution to the nation,” Kumaraswamy added, highlighting his hopes for the youth of Raichur.
According to the official handle of H.D. Kumaraswamy, the program was attended by countless citizens and school children who witnessed the unveiling of the state-of-the-art facilities. MLC Basanagouda Badarli and various office bearers of the educational institution were also present to mark the historic day. We saw the local community cheering as the leaders spoke about transforming Sindhanur into an educational hub that produces disciplined officers for the Indian Armed Forces.
As the April 2026 academic year approaches, the school is expected to start its first batch under the new defense ministry guidelines. “The goal is to create a ‘Balishta Bharata’ (Strong India) through quality education and military discipline,” a senior official from the institution remarked. The event concluded with a strong patriotic fervor, leaving the youth of Raichur inspired to serve the country.
