About the Society

Mr. Bhagirath, a notary-lawyer by profession from a prominent Gunboli family of Belthangadi taluk, is responsible for the establishment of Sri Gurudev Vividhoddesha Sahakara Sangha (N.). Sri Guru Narayana Swami Seva Sangh(R) Belthangadi has engaged himself as the former president. Guruwayanakere Primary Service Co-operative Society (N.S.) is currently serving as the President for 26 consecutive years. Kanyadi was a major contributor to the construction of Sri Rama Mandir. Currently serving as a trustee. He is the founding director of Sri Gurudev Trust, a hope for poor students, and currently serves as a trustee. Prestigious Mugga Family Trust is serving as the secretary, Nagabrahma Temple Melantabettu as the Administrative Moktesar and Krishika Samaj Belthangadi as the President. Involved in the political field, he served as a close associate of Mr. Vasant Bangera, who was a popular MLA of Belthangadi, as a former vice president of Taluk Panchayat Belthangadi and as a former vice president of Mandal Panchayat here.

Keeping the ambition of providing banking services to the economically backward masses, Mr. Gurudev started the multi-purpose association along with the main promoters of the association, Mr. K. Vasant Bangera, founder president KG Bangera, former president Padmanabha Maninja.

Education Mr. Jagadishchandra DK of Kashi Moodbidre has a long and vast experience in social, educational and service fields. He has served successfully as a former Provincial President and District Coordinator in the International Lions Service Organization, as a former General Secretary of the prestigious Yuva Vahini (R.) Central Committee of Mangalore and as a former President of Moodbidire Unit, he has contributed significantly. Currently active in social work as treasurer of Venur's Palguni Seva Sangh and RashtiçÃ's Billavara Mahamandal Mulki as a nominated member of its executive committee. Along with this, he is also giving his guidance in the field of education as a member of the Governing Council of the prestigious Alwas Educational Institution in Moodbidiri.

The former popular MLA of Belthangadi Taluk. As K Vasant Banger's godmother, she involved herself in Vasant Banger's service activities. She is a senior leader who is actively involved in social, educational, cooperative sector and women empowerment. She played an important role in the establishment of Dakshina Kannada Zilla Mahila Sahakari Bank (Mangalore) and is the founding chairperson and current director. She has served as the founder president of Guruwayanakere Mahila Multipurpose Cooperative Society and Belthangadi Mahila Billava Forum.

Contributing in religious and educational fields as well, she is serving as Honorary Chairperson and Trustee of Sri Gurudeva Education Trust in Belthangadi, Trustee of Sri Rama Kshetra in Kanyadi and Director of Sri Kshetra Gejegiri Nandanahittilu. Presently she is serving as the President of Mangalore District Women's Forum, Beltangady Taluk Women's Forum and Women's Group, and as the current Director of Guruwayanakere Seva Co-operative Society.

He is a resident of Navur village in Belthangadi taluk and has rendered long service in local administration, cooperative sector and social fronts. She is involved in public service as a former Vice President of Belthangadi Taluk Panchayat and member of Indabettu Gram Panchayat. Active in the field of co-operatives, she has served as the Director of Bangadi Primary Agricultural Cooperative Society, Director of Navur Milk Producers Cooperative Society and former Vice President of Primary Agriculture and Rural Development Bank, Belthangadi (PAA). Apart from this, she has served in the religious and social fields as a former president of Billava Mahila Vedisha, trustee of Sri Gopalakrishna Temple, Indabettu - Navur.

Mr. Chandrashekar, a resident of Shivagiri in Maladi, Belthangady Taluk, is an entrepreneur. In the business sector, he serves as a Managing Partner of Hotel Devaraj Boarding & Lodging in Pilya, Belthangady Taluk, and is the proprietor of Lakshmi Scrubber Home Industries in Sonandur.

Actively involved in social service, he has served as a former Director of the Shri Gurunarayana Swamy Seva Sangha, Belthangady, and as the former President of its Kuvettu–Odilnala Unit, contributing to the growth and development of the organization. He currently serves as the Vice President of the Public Shri Ganeshotsava Committee, Maddadka.

Ganadapatpu Gurukrupa Niwas Sri Sanjiva Pujari of Bantwala Taluk is a businessman who owns Gurukrupa petrol station, petroleum supplier, gas distributor. Former President of Bantwala Billava Samaj Seva Sangh (R.) and Bantwala Rotary Club. Working as Treasurer of Dakshina Kannada District Petroleum Dealers Association. He is also actively involved in the religious field, as the President of Sri Durgaparameshwari Temple in Bachakere and B.C. He is successfully leading religious and social programs as the Vice President of Rodina Sri Rakteshwari Temple.

Mr. K. P. Diwakar, a resident of Apoorva Layout, Aryapu, Puttur Taluk, is a senior retired officer who served the Forest Department for many years as a Deputy Conservator of Forests (DCF), rendering efficient and honest service.

Alongside his government service, he has also been actively involved in social activities. He has served as the former President of the Brahmashree Narayana Guru Swamy Billava Sangha, Puttur, and as a former member of the Rotary Club of Puttur. He currently serves as the Treasurer of The Puttur Club. He has also served as the former President and currently as a Director of the Brahmashree Multipurpose Cooperative Society, Puttur.

Mr. Dharnappa Poojary, a resident of Sandhyadeepa, Nalkuru Village, Balanja, Belthangady Taluk, is a progressive farmer and a senior leader who has rendered long-standing service in the fields of local administration, cooperative institutions, and social service.

He has made significant contributions as a former member of the Belthangady Taluk Panchayat, former President of the Primary Agricultural Credit Cooperative Society, Aladangady, and former President of the School Development and Management Committee (SDMC) of the Government Higher Primary School, Balanja.

Actively involved in social organizations, he has served as the former President of the Balanja Billava Sangha and as the former General Secretary of the Shri Gurunarayana Swamy Seva Sangha, Belthangady. He currently serves as the Honorary President of the Brahmashree Narayana Guru Seva Samiti, Balanja.

Mr. Dharanendra Kumar, a resident of Bajé House, Hosangadi Village, Belthangady Taluk, is an entrepreneur and the proprietor of Shri Gurudeva Hardware, Hosangadi.

Having rendered long-standing service in the public sphere as an elected representative, he has served as the former Vice President of the Dakshina Kannada Zilla Panchayat, former President of the Belthangady Agricultural Produce Market Committee (APMC), former member of the District KDP Committee, and former member of the Belthangady Taluk Panchayat.

In the organizational and social sphere, he has served as the former President of the District Congress Other Backward Classes (OBC) Wing and the former President of the Hosangadi Friends Club. He currently serves as the Organising Secretary of the Shri Gurunarayana Swamy Seva Sangha, Belthangady.

Mr. Jayavikram P., a resident of Kallapu House, Karaya Village, Belthangady Taluk, currently serves as the President of the Shri Gurunarayana Swamy Seva Sangha, Belthangady, and the President of the Karaya Moorthedarara Seva Sangha, where he has been effectively leading both organizations.

He has served the public as the former President of Tannirupantha Gram Panchayat and currently serves as a Director of the Tannirupantha Primary Agricultural Credit Cooperative Society.

He is also actively involved in religious and social activities, serving as a Director of the National Billava Mahamandala, Mulki, Joint Secretary of the Shri Kshetra Gejjegiri Kshetra Administration Committee, and Trustee of the Karaya Shri Mahalingeshwara Temple. He has also served as the former President of the Hosangadi Friends Club.

Mr. Ananda Poojary, a resident of Ananda Sadan, Sarve Dhol Village, Puttur Taluk, served efficiently as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Bannur Farmers Service Cooperative Society, Puttur, before his retirement.

He currently continues to contribute his experience and guidance to the cooperative sector as the Vice President of the Brahmashree Multipurpose Cooperative Society, Puttur, and as a Director of the Mundur Primary Agricultural Credit Cooperative Society.

He is also actively involved in religious and cultural activities. He has served as a member of the Management Committee of the Sarve Shri Subrahmanyeshwara Temple, and as the former President of the Sri Rama Bhajana Mandali and Sri Rama Yakshagana Kala Sangha, Bhaktakodi.

Dr. Rajaram K. B., a resident of Rama Nivasa, Konguje Village, Bantwal Taluk, is a renowned dentist associated with Girija Dental Clinic, Uppinangady, and is also a prominent social leader. He has been honoured with the Puttur Taluk Kannada Rajyotsava Award.

In the medical field, he has served as the former President of the Indian Dental Association, Puttur, and as a Trustee of the Dental Association Trust.

Actively involved in social service, he has successfully served as Assistant Governor of Rotary District 3181, former President of the Rotary Club, Uppinangady, former President of JCI, Uppinangady, former President of the Mangalore Yuvavahini Central Committee, and former President of the Uppinangady Moorthedarara Seva Cooperative Society.

He is also actively involved in religious and educational activities, having served as the former Trustee of the Shri Sahasralingeshwara Mahakali Temple Committee, Uppinangady, and currently serving as a member of the College Development Committee of the Government First Grade College, Uppinangady.

Mr. Gangadhara Miththamaru, a resident of Miththamaru House, Sulkerimogru Village, Belthangady Taluk, is a progressive farmer. He currently serves as the Vice President of Priyadarshini Souharda Cooperative Society, Belthangady, and as the President of Shri Mahaganapathi Temple, Aladangady.

Actively contributing to the field of education, he serves as a member of the Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara (SDM) Educational Society and the Janata Shikshana Samithi (JSS), Dharwad.

In the cooperative and public sectors, he has held several important positions, including former President of the Shri Gurunarayana Swamy Seva Sangha, Belthangady, former Vice President of the Belthangady Agricultural Produce Market Committee (APMC), and former Director of Shri Gokarnanatheshwara Cooperative Bank, Mangalore.

Mr. Rakshith Shivaram is a prominent leader in the state political arena and currently serves as the General Secretary of the Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC).

He plays an important role in strengthening the party organization, empowering party workers, and representing public concerns at the state level.

Mr. Chidananda Poojary, a resident of Eldakka House, Shirlalu Village, Belthangady Taluk, is a progressive farmer. He is the Founder President of the Shirlalu Brahmashree Gurunarayana Swamy Seva Sangha and currently serves as the Honorary President of the Shirlalu Shri Mahalingeshwara Temple, providing guidance and leadership.

He has been actively involved in public service and local administration. He has served as the former President of the Belthangady Agricultural Produce Market Committee (APMC), former President of the Shri Gurunarayana Swamy Seva Sangha, Belthangady, former member of Aladangady Mandal Panchayat, and former member of Shirlalu Gram Panchayat.

He has also contributed to the cooperative sector as a former Director of the Sulkerimogru Agricultural Service Cooperative Society.

Mr. Monappa Poojary, a resident of Kandethyaru, Badagakajekaru Village, Bantwal Taluk, is a recipient of the prestigious National Cooperative Award and has extensive experience in the fields of cooperation, rural development, religion, and social service.

He has rendered distinguished service in the cooperative sector as the retired Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and former President of the Kajekaru Agricultural Service Cooperative Society, as well as the former Chief Executive Officer of Shri Gurudeva Multipurpose Cooperative Society.

He was also a member of the cooperative delegation to Israel sponsored by the Dakshina Kannada District Central Cooperative (DCC) Bank.

Currently, he serves as the Managing Trustee of the Mada Shri Balasubrahmanya Temple. He is also the Founder President and Zonal Lieutenant Officer of the Rotary Club of Madanthyar, and serves as an Honorary Advisor to the Sacred Heart Cooperative Society and Varthaka Bandhu Cooperative Society, Madanthyar, providing his valuable guidance.

He has also served as the former President of the School Development and Management Committee (SDMC) of Pandavarakallu Government Higher Primary School and the former President of the Pandavarakallu Yuvaka Mandala.

Suraj Kumar is an entrepreneur, architect, and business leader with close to three decades of experience in architecture, design, and strategic leadership. As the Founder and Design Director of RC Architecture Pvt. Ltd., he has led the successful execution of landmark projects across India for several leading multinational organizations, earning a reputation for innovation, excellence, and client trust.

Born and brought up in Mangalore with deep family roots in Belthangady, Suraj strongly believes in giving back to the community that shaped his values. His association with Sri Gurudev Vividhoddesha Sahakara Sangha (N.) is both a responsibility and a privilege. His late father, Mr. N. Padmanabh, served as the President of the institution for many years and played a pivotal role in building it from its early years into the trusted and thriving institution it is today. Inspired by his father’s vision, integrity, and dedication to community service, Suraj is committed to carrying forward this legacy.

As a member of the Board of Directors, he is dedicated to strengthening the institution through good governance, innovation, and responsible leadership while preserving the values of trust, transparency, and service that have always defined it. His vision is to help the institution continue empowering individuals, businesses, and the community, ensuring sustainable growth for generations to come.

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