Mangalore: Bhalavalikar Saraswath– Ithihas ani Samskar Vidhi Vidhan book authored by Mrs Chandrakala Nayak, PRO of St Aloysius (Deemed to be University), Mangaluru, released on 9th November 2025 at Monthimaru Sri Durgaparameshwari Temple, Manchi, Bantwal Taluk, which was written in Bhalavalikar Saraswath’s Mother Toungue, which is a unique masterpiece.
The Managing Trustee of Monthimaru Sri Durgaparameshwari Temple, Sri S R Sathishchandra Nayak, presided over the programme. Dr Dinesh Nayak, Assistant Professor of Kannada & HR, St Aloysius (Deemed to be University) was the Chief Guest. Dr Mukund Prabhu, HOD of Hindi, School of Languages and Cultural Studies, St Aloysius (Deemed to be University), Mangaluru and Mrs Chandrakala Nayak, the author and Mr Gagan Nayak, spouse of the author were present on the dais.
Sri S R Sathishchandra Nayak released the book and gave the special remarks about the book. He congratulated the priceless effort of Mrs Chandrakala Nayak for writing the history, culture and rituals of the Bhalavalikar Saraswath community in their mother tongue which a distinctive masterpiece. He also said that the hardship and determination of the author can be seen in this book which contains the essential material soaked in every detail. He further stated that this is the very first book of its kind and the community will definitely know the in and out of their community’s history and the rituals from this book.
Speaking on the occasion, Madam Chandrakala mentioned how she was inspired to write such a wonderful book. She briefly narrated the contents of the book which is really a need of the hour. She thanked Rev. Dr Praveen Martis, SJ, Vice Chancellor of St Aloysius (Deemed to be University) for his support and Dr Vidya Vinutha DSouza, the Director of St Aloysius Prakashana for publishing the book. She also acknowledged the Konkani Language and Cultural Foundation, MDVK, Shakthinagar for the sponsorship.
Dr Dinesh Nayak in his speech spoke about the cultural diversity of saraswaths. He said that the Bhalavalikar Saraswaths are preserving their customs and traditions without harming the rituals of the olden times. He commended the author’s efforts by bringing such a unique useful book.
Dr Mukund Prabhu, gave the insights of the book by narrating how and why the community’s culture and tradition are important two things to follow. He said that there are past and present generations in this community who are following their ancesteral traditions. But, the GenZ is visualizing the modern era’s technological world and forgotten the customs and rituals of their community. Through this venture, Madam Chandrakala has done a commendable job by reminding the present and future generations to remember these important things and act accordingly in the future. He spoke about sankaras offered to the people of the community and why the sanskars are important in one’s life.
Mr Hariprasad Manchi compered the programme. Ms Nisha Kamath welcomed the gathering and introduced the author.
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