Jai Tulunad (R.) Odipu Unit conducted the “Bale Tulu Lipit Pudar Bareka” campaign on 14 October 2026, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM at Shree Mahalaxmi Temple, Ucchila. The initiative aimed to raise awareness about the Tulu script and encourage the public to learn to read and write in Tulu, contributing to the preservation of the language and its rich cultural heritage.

The “Bale Tulu Lipit Pudar Bareka” campaign encourages people to write their names in Tulu script, fostering curiosity about the script and strengthening their connection with Tulu language and culture.

The programme witnessed enthusiastic participation from devotees and members of the public throughout the day. Participants were guided in writing their names in Tulu Lipi and informed about the importance of preserving the traditional script for future generations. Sampreeth Sampaliga, a renowned singer, was among those who participated in the initiative by writing his name in Tulu script and appreciating the efforts to promote and preserve Tulu Lipi.

Those present at the event included Santhosh N. S. Katapady, President; Pragathi S. Manipal, Sub-Incharge of the Tulu Script Committee; Aishwarya Shetty Innanje, Vice Secretary; Prashanth Kunjoor, Social Media Incharge; Chethan Kaup, Executive Committee Member; and Akshatha S. Poojary, member of the Odipu Unit.

Their collective efforts contributed to the successful conduct of the programme and helped spread awareness about the Tulu script among devotees and the wider public.

The encouraging response at Ucchila highlighted the potential of community-based initiatives to promote Tulu Lipi and inspire more people to learn and preserve the traditional script. Through such outreach programmes, Jai Tulunad (R.) Odipu Unit continues to work towards safeguarding Tulu's linguistic and cultural heritage for future generations.