Who is Eramma Gollar?

Eramma Gollar, a 104-year-old midwife from Vijayanagara district in Karnataka, has been honored with the Kannada Rajyotsava award for performing over 14,000 natural deliveries in rural areas.

What contributions did SV Hittalmani make in the agriculture field?

SV Hittalmani, a retired deputy director of the horticulture department, has been recognized for his work in developing new fruit varieties like jamun, pomelo, papaya, mango, and jackfruit, which helped farmers achieve higher yields and earnings.

How has ISRO scientist RV Nadagouda inspired people through science outreach?

RV Nadagouda, an associate director at ISRO's UR Rao Satellite Centre, has delivered over 50 talks and keynotes at various schools, colleges, and technical institutions, motivating people to pursue innovation and leadership in space technology.

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Centenarian Midwife Celebrated for Delivering Over 14,000 Babies in Rural Karnataka

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Isro scientist RV Nadagouda inspiring people through science outreach
Horticulture expert SV Hittalmani developing new fruit varieties for farmers
104-year-old Eramma Gollar assisting over 14,000 natural deliveries

Centenarian Midwife Celebrated for Delivering Over 14,000 Babies in Rural Karnataka

On November 1, 2025, five individuals from north Karnataka were honored with the prestigious Kannada Rajyotsava awards for their exceptional contributions in various fields.

RV Nadagouda, a distinguished scientist and associate director at ISRO's UR Rao Satellite Centre in Bengaluru, has been recognized for his passionate efforts in science outreach. Over the past years, Nadagouda has delivered more than 50 talks and keynotes at schools, colleges, and technical institutions across Karnataka, inspiring people to pursue innovation and leadership in space technology.

Another awardee, SV Hittalmani, a retired deputy director of the horticulture department, is celebrated for his work in the agriculture sector. Since his retirement in 2013, Hittalmani has provided free advice, guidance, and training to farmers across the state, helping them achieve higher yields and earnings through the development of new fruit varieties like jamun, pomelo, papaya, mango, and jackfruit.