Biography: In 1955, the next successor of the Pergade Dynasty – D. Ratnavarma Heggade became the Dharmadhikari, taking responsibility for both the spiritual leadership of the temple and advancing his father’s educational vision.
Key Achievements:
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- Rathnamanasa Gurukula: Ratnavarma Heggade founded Rathnamanasa Gurukula, an educational institution focused on younger children, to continue nurturing traditional learning from an early age.
- SDM College Ujire (1966): In 1966, he initiated the establishment of SDM College in Ujire by laying its foundation stone; this became the First Degree College in that region, significantly enhancing higher education access.
- SDME Trust: To provide a formal organizational structure and support further educational growth, Ratnavarma Heggade founded the SDME Trust, which oversees multiple educational initiatives and institutions today.