The Batch Day at Sri Sathya Sai Senior Hostel for Senior Boys was celebrated with great enthusiasm, marking a refreshing evening in the otherwise busy hostel life. The program began with an engaging introduction by the anchor, who emphasized the significance of the day in uniting the entire final year batch—comprising the 3rd-year undergraduate and 2nd-year postgraduate students. The anchor highlighted the day’s purpose of pooling the brightest minds together to contribute constructively towards the betterment of their cherished ‘home away from home.

Following the introduction, Master Kartik Nagar from 2nd MSc Physics addressed the gathering, outlining the various initiatives the final year batch planned to undertake. Their primary focus areas included maintaining a neat and tidy hostel environment and upholding the golden dictum of silence within the premises. Master Nagar, along with the subsequent speaker, Master Yuganth from 2nd MA, clearly articulated the definitive steps they would follow to achieve these goals. Their dedication to these objectives has been evident, with both the final year batch and the entire hostel community actively working towards fulfilling them.

The program continued with an inspirational talk by Master Vasu from 2nd MTech OEC. Sharing his personal journey, he attributed his successes to Swami’s infinite grace, inspiring all brothers present. His clarity of thought, confident yet humble demeanor, and heartfelt gratitude left a lasting impact on the audience, especially the juniors, who recall his words fondly throughout the year during various hostel events.

The highlight of the evening was the grand unveiling of the batch name, ‘Shatakarnas.’ Amidst the bursting of firecrackers and enthusiastic applause from all attendees, the name was revealed, perfectly capturing the spirit of the final year batch—a passionate group eager to serve and be worthy instruments in Swami’s hands.

The celebrations concluded with a sumptuous special dinner, bringing the memorable day to a fitting close. The Batch Day successfully fostered a sense of unity, purpose, and inspiration among the hostel residents.