Udupi is gearing up for the upcoming ‘Tallur Lecture Series,’ featuring Montek Singh Ahluwalia, former Deputy Chairman of the Planning Commission. This insightful event is scheduled at the Udupi Town Hall on September 24th, starting at 3 pm. Ahluwalia, a prominent figure in economics, will share his perspective on the theme, ‘New Challenges for Our Development in the Next 25 Years.’
The ‘Tallur Lecture Series’ has a history of hosting distinguished speakers, including P. Sainath, Rahamath Tarikere, and Nagraj Manjule.
In an exciting revelation, Rajaram Tallur, Trustee of the Tallur Family Trust, announced the launch of the Kannada translation of Montek Singh Ahluwalia’s significant work, ‘Backstage: The Story Behind India’s High Growth Years,’ titled ‘M Document.’ The translation, a meticulous effort spanning four months, was undertaken by former journalist Rajaram Tallur himself, commencing in January of this year.
To enhance the intellectual discourse, Prof. M. S. Sriram, a respected faculty member at the Centre for Public Policy, Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore (IIMB), will engage in an interactive session with Montek Singh Ahluwalia, focusing on the translated book ‘M Document.’
Those eager to participate can secure passes by contacting the mobile numbers: 9845548478 or 9538855776. Rajaram Tallur emphasized the significance of the September 24th event, highlighting its role within the ‘Karavali Kattu’ initiative, spearheaded by the Tallur Family Trust, dedicated to fostering a sustainable environment in the Coastal Region.
The event witnessed distinguished personalities, including renowned psychiatrist Dr. P. V. Bhandary and accomplished translator Samvartha Sahil, both integral contributors to the ‘Karavali Kattu’ project, underlining its importance in driving positive change within the Coastal Region.