The Sharavathi Education Trust®, established in Shivamogga, Karnataka, stands as a beacon of commitment to quality education and healthcare. Founded by distinguished leaders and educationists of the district, the trust was created with the noble vision of making health and education accessible, affordable, and of the highest quality for the people of Shivamogga and neighbouring regions.
With the approval of the Government of Karnataka, the trust inaugurated the Sharavathi Dental College & Hospital in 1992, an institution that has since grown into one of the most respected centers for dental education and oral healthcare in Karnataka. The college is recognized by the Dental Council of India (DCI) and is renowned for combining academic excellence with hands-on clinical training.
What sets Sharavathi Dental College apart is its integrated hospital facility, which offers students invaluable hands-on training and direct exposure to real-world healthcare practices. Guided by experienced faculty, clinicians, and researchers, students are prepared to meet the evolving challenges of the healthcare sector in India and abroad.
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- Offering world-class academic and clinical training across healthcare disciplines.
- Upholding transparency, accountability, and ethical practices in every endeavour.
- Bridging the gap between institutions and society through outreach programs, healthcare camps, and social initiatives.
- Encouraging research, advanced technologies, and modern methodologies in teaching and patient care.
- Fostering intellectual, professional, and cultural growth for students.
The growth and reputation of the Sharavathi Education Trust® is attributed to the vision and stewardship of its leadership team:
Chairman & Managing Trustee: Shri S. Madhu Bangarappa
Honorable Trustee: Shri Bhimanna T. Naik
Honorable Trustee: Shri J. Chandrashekarappa
Honorable Secretary: Shri H. G. Siddalingaiah
– Established in 1992, a leading center for dental education, research, and patient care.
– Providing modern interactive schooling with a strong academic foundation and global outlook.
(26 October 1932 – 26 December 2011)
Late Sri. Sarekoppa Bangarappa, the visionary founder of the Sharavathi Education Trust®, was a respected statesman, social reformer, and educationist from Shivamogga. He was also a distinguished Chief Minister of Karnataka. Throughout his illustrious public life, he dedicated himself to the upliftment of society through progressive policies and development initiatives. His firm belief was that quality education and accessible healthcare are the foundations of an empowered community, and it was this conviction that led to the establishment of the Trust and its institutions.
Guided by his leadership, the Sharavathi Dental College & Hospital was founded in 1992, along with Malnad International School, to serve as beacons of professional education and healthcare delivery in the region. His dream was to make Shivamogga a hub of knowledge, service, and opportunity. Today, the institutions under the Sharavathi Education Trust® continue to reflect his ideals of excellence, inclusivity, and service to humanity, carrying forward his legacy with pride.