Madikeri, Mar. 31: A program to pay tribute to the world-famous hero, the proud son of Kodagu, and the Padma Bhushan-winning hero who has left a special mark in the history of the Indian Army, General K.S. Thimmaiah, was held in the district headquarters Madikeri today as part of his 120th birth anniversary.
The district administration paid tribute to Thimmaiah at the auditorium of the Thimmaiah Museum in ‘Sunnyside’, Thimmaiah’s birthplace. Along with this, separate programs were organized by the Madikeri Kodava Samaj, General Thimmaiah Public School, Kodava Samaj, Thimmaiah School, and F.M. Kariappa, J. Thimmaiah Foundation at Thanal Sevashram in Madikeri. MLAs A.S. Ponnanna, Dr. Mantar Gowda, former minister Y.C. Nanaiah, former MLC Veena Achaiah and other important officials of the district administration were present at the program.
Thimmaiah Memorial House
J. Thimmaiah's birthday was celebrated by the district administration and the Kannada and Culture Department at the J. Thimmaiah Memorial House (Sunnyside) in Madikeri.
Speaking at the program, Chief Minister's Legal Advisor and Virajpet MLA A.S. Ponnanna said that Thimmaiah, who joined the army at a young age and served for a long time, is a role model for society. He has lived his life with discipline and honesty in his heart. He has a personality that will never be forgotten. His life is an ideal for us. If we all embody it, it will also complement the society. The memory of great soldiers like Thimmaiah should not be limited to one day but should be remembered daily. His role in the border security of the country is significant. He described Thimmaiah as a proud son who fought with enemy nations and saved India.
Retired Subedar Major Gowdanda Thimmaiah said, Thimmaiah had immense patriotism. His biography can be seen in the Madikeri Museum. Calling on the younger generation to learn this and inculcate ideal qualities, he said that even in the critical situation of Kashmir being lost to India, the team led by Thimmaiah carried the war equipment and fought and saved Kashmir. He had dedicated his life for the country. He had the determination to put the country first.
Additional District Collector R. Aishwarya said, J. Thimmaiah has the personality of the highest peak seen in the country. The work he did for the survival of the country in the war is memorable. J. He said that Thimmaiah should be born again in this soil, expressing his sadness that it is a matter of concern that patriotism and values are being forgotten.
District Superintendent of Police Bindumani said that J. Thimmaiah has given good values to the society. His ideals are also inspiring for the police. He said that through such celebrations, his service and sacrifice can be remembered and conveyed to the next generation.
G.P. Chief Executive Officer Anand Prakash Meena said that the valuable life of a great personality like Thimmaiah should be adopted. Thimmaiah has sacrificed for the country. We should all move forward with social responsibility. Sub-Divisional Officer Nitin Chakki, Additional District Collector Aishwarya, Tahsildar Sridhar, Municipal Council members Neravanda Anita Poovaiah, Sabita, prominent figures Tammu Poovaiah, Sanju Kaaverappa, Cheyyanda Satya, Kodagu Press Club President Bolajira Ayyappa, Field Marshal Cariappa and General Thimmaiah Foundation Honorary Convener Tammu Poovaiah, Rotary Misty Hills President Ratnakar Rai, Red Cross Director P.R. Rajesh, Rotary Woods Secretary Pramila Shetty, Directors Smita Changappa, Dhananjaya Shasthiç, and others were present.
Ramya prayed, Manajur Manjunath narrated, Kannada and Culture Department Deputy Director Kumar welcomed, and H.T. Anil proposed the vote of thanks. Students A.S.Rishita Muthamma, Yashmita A.H., A.R.Dechamma, and Chinmayi A.R. sang patriotic songs.
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