Pralhad Joshi Inaugurates New Auditorium at Chetan Group Hubballi

Chetan Group of Institutions inaugurated the Jnanayogi Sri Siddheshwara Swamiji Grand Auditorium at its campus in Unkal, Hubballi, on 7 November 2026. Union Minister Pralhad Joshi attended the event and also inaugurated the newly built third floor of the college building.

The function was attended by former Chief Ministers Basavaraj Bommai and Jagadish Shettar, Basavaraj Horatti, Minister Santosh Lad, and several other leaders from politics and education. Hubli West MLA Prasad Abbayya was also present. The institution posted photos from the event on its Facebook page.

Chetanashri awards presented

The event also included the presentation of the Chetanashri Award. The awards went to Padma Shri Dr. Abdul Khadar Nadakatti, founder and president of Nadakatti Agri Vision Private Limited, and to Kavita Mishra, a progressive woman farmer and agri-entrepreneur.

Pralhad Joshi spoke at the programme. He said educational institutions should go beyond regular degree courses and help students gain industry-ready skills, entrepreneurial abilities and leadership qualities.

About the new facilities

The new auditorium is named after Jnanayogi Sri Siddheshwara Swamiji. The third floor of the college building adds more classroom space for students. The institution said the expansion supports its focus on skill-based learning and better opportunities for students.

Local leaders and education sector representatives were present at the inauguration. The event marked the opening of both the auditorium and the additional floor on the same day.

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