In a moving tribute to educators, BeLa (Belagavi Ladies) honored 130 teachers from Belagavi district at a ceremony held on Sunday at the Foundry Cluster. The event, attended by Bollywood actor Sudesh Berry and BeLa CEO Lakshmi Khilari, recognized the dedication of teachers selected from a pool of 1,098 applicants.

  • 130 teachers awarded from 1,098 applicants
  • Ceremony held at Foundry Cluster in Belagavi
  • Attended by CEO Lakshmi Khilari and actor Sudesh Berry

A Personal Mission of Gratitude

For Lakshmi Khilari, this was more than an awards event—it was a deeply personal expression of thanks. She shared how teachers shaped her life after losing her father early, driving her to create this recognition.

“I lost my father at a young age. For me, this is not merely an award ceremony. It is an expression of gratitude. That is why BeLa wanted to honour teachers,” she said in a release.

Celebrating Educational Pillars

The gathering underscored the vital role teachers play in community building, with each honoree representing years of commitment to nurturing young minds. The atmosphere was one of respect and appreciation, reflecting the core values BeLa aims to promote through such initiatives.