Payyanur College, under the collaborative efforts of Botany PG Department,
Management Studies Department, and Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development
Centre (IEDC), has unveiled its new initiative, ‘Merry Mushroom.’ The official logo
launch was graced by Mr. K K Suresh Kumar, President of Payyanur Educational
Society, on December 13, 2024.The event was further enriched by the presence of Mr.
Rahul Govind, a renowned entrepreneur and winner of the Mahindra Tractors
Millionaire Farmer Award. Mr. Rahul Govind shared his valuable insights and
experiences with the students, inspiring them to embark on entrepreneurial ventures.
Dr. Deepamol P C, Assistant Professor of Botany, extended a warm welcome to the
gathering. Prof. Dr. VM Santhosh, Principal of the college, presided over the function.
Dr. P R Swaran, IQAC Coordinator, Dr. Ratheesh Narayanan M K, Head of the
Botany Department, Mr. Janeesh E T, RARS Lab Technician, Muhammed Thayyib K,
Assistant Professor of Management Studies, Shamsudheen Muhammed, MD of
Shopezee Group, and Diya Sunil, Vice Chairperson of the College Union, graced the
occasion with their felicitations. To further promote the initiative, a captivating
advertisement film created by 2
nd year Physics student V P Roopak was screened.
Additionally, a mushroom and spawn sale was organized, featuring products
cultivated by the Botany Department’s faculty and students. The proceeds from this
sale will be utilized to support economically disadvantaged students of the college. Dr.
Vigi V Nair, Head of the Department of Management Studies, delivered a heartfelt
vote of thanks, concluding the successful launch of ‘Merry Mushroom.