KATAPADY, October 13, 2026: Jai Tulunad (R.) Odipu Unit organised the “Bale Tulu Lipit Pudar Bareka” programme on October 13, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM at Shree Vishwanath Kshetra, Katapady, to promote awareness of the ancient Tulu script and encourage people to learn to read and write in it.

The initiative aims to encourage people to write their names in Tulu Lipi, inspire them to explore the script, and strengthen their connection with the Tulu language and cultural heritage.

The programme was led by Tulu script teachers Santhosh N. S. Katapady, President; Pragathi S. Manipal, Sub-Incharge of the Tulu Script Committee; Aishwarya Shetty Innanje, Vice Secretary; and Prashanth Kunjoor, Social Media In-charge. They guided participants in writing their names in Tulu Lipi and explained the importance of preserving and promoting the script.

The initiative received an enthusiastic response from devotees and members of the public. Notable participants included Suryodaya Perampalli, a well-known Kannada and Tulu film actor, and Geetanjali Suvarna, former Zilla Panchayat member. Mahesh N. Anchan, President of Shree Vishwanath Kshetra, Katapady, also participated by writing his name in Tulu Lipi, expressing his support for the preservation and promotion of the script.

The enthusiastic participation of prominent personalities and members of the public highlighted the importance of community-driven initiatives in preserving Tulu's linguistic and cultural heritage. Through programmes such as “Bale Tulu Lipit Pudar Bareka,” Jai Tulunad (R.) Odipu Unit continues to encourage greater public awareness and interest in learning the ancient Tulu script.