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Sarvotham Shetty

An individual who was instrumental for the formation of Karnataka Association (Auh), Bunts Association & Tulu Koota in the United Arab Emirates and strived for the smooth functioning of these Associations for the last 28 years is undoubtedly Sri. Sarvotham Shetty – a man with passion for cultural activities. As his name suggests he is ‘Sarvaralli Uttama’. His down to earth life style, crystal clear communication skills, authoritarian look and the hidden talents in art, culture, and drama has made him a leader who commands respects by his deeds in Arabian Gulf.

Sarvotham was born and brought up in a tiny hamlet of Pareekha in the district of Udupi. After his Pre-University education in Perdoor & Hiriyadka, Mr.Shetty moved to Mumbai and toiled in a hotel to earn his livelihood. Thereafter, he worked in a Solicitor’s office for some time. His “earn and learn” motto got him a Government Commercial Diploma from Bombay University and later continued his education in R.A.Podar College of Commerce & Economics, Mumbai and received the B.Com degree in 1978. Active in Students Union, he represented R.A.Podar College as a Student Representative to the Senate of the University of Bombay in 1977.

After a brief stint in a Pharmaceutical Company, he joined Syndicate Bank in 1970, where he honed his skills in Banking and Finance. As a youngster, his love for dramatics inspired him to take part in Inter Collegiate Drama Competitions and carve a niche for himself in the arena of dramatics and arts. During his college days he received warm tributes for his memorable performance in a play called “Haggada Kone” written by well known writer Parvathavani’ and thus etched a name for himself in the world of Kannada arts.

In 1979, with the co-operation of his friends he founded “KALAJAGATHU” and had a privilege to be its founder President. ‘Kalajagatthu’ went on to become a well-known cultural Forum of Mumbai which even to this day promotes Kannada & Tulu theatrical play’s in Mumbai.

It was then that his life took a significant turn. A leading business house of UAE; International Distribution Establishment of Abu Dhabi invited him to join them to a key position. He was called upon to discharge multifarious responsibilities which he fulfilled with all the zeal and sincerity for which he is so famous for. He has served as a General Manager for 25 years in International Distribution Establishment and presently he is managing his own business in the UAE capital.

In addition to his responsibilities at work, in his spare hours he went out to get connected socially and once again began his real interest of building platform for the fellow community members to meet, greet and share the traditional bond of friendship, hidden talents in them. Thus born Karnataka Sangha Abu Dhabi, UAE Bunts Sangha & U.A.E.Tulukoota and Mr.Sarvotahm is the President of these cultural Forums.

It was a great moment for Kannadigas of the Emirates, when Sri. Sarvotham Shetty became the first Kannadiga to be elected as the President of INDIA SOCIAL CENTRE (ISC) for the year 1999-2000. ISC is a premier Indian Association in the Gulf & he remains the only person to be elected unanimously in the 45 years history of this official organisation. He created history again when he was once again elected as the President of ISC in 2002-03. In an earlier stint he was the Vice-President during the year 1995-96. Mr.Shetty was also the founder Vice-President of Toastmaster International Abu Dhabi Chapter and he became a CTM.

Since 1997, Mr.Shetty is the Member of Board of Governors of the prestigious Abu Dhabi Indian School, Abu Dhabi, which is the leading School in the entire Gulf with CBSE Syllabus with over 6000 students. Being a board member, he is also the Chairman of Sports Division of the school and has served the community relentlessly in shaping up the children by inculcating discipline and leadership.

It is a matter of pride to mention here that Sri.Sarvotham was instrumental in introducing the game of ladies Throw Ball in UAE through the Bunts and Kannada Associations. This heralded a new sport in the Gulf which now has become a household name and very popular.

The culmination of all his social work and the leadership quality in bringing the Kannadigas of the Emirates together, resulted in the greatest moment of his life in 1998 when the Govt of Karnataka conferred on him “KARNATAKA RAJYOTSAVA AWARD” under the category of ‘Horananda Kannadiga’ for his contribution in the development of Kannada Arts and Culture in foreign land.

Under his able Presidentship, during the year 2006 Abu Dhabi Karnataka Sangha received the coveted “Suvarna Karnataka Rajyotsava Prashasthi” for the meritorious work rendered for the cause of Kannada/Karnataka in foreign land. It is interesting to note that the award was bestowed on the 50th Anniversary of Karnataka State and the 25th Anniversary of Abu Dhabi KarnatakaSangha.

The numerous accolade and honours he received from various Associations and Forums all over the world shows the love and respect he draws from people of different walks of life, language and culture.

A dramatist, sports lover, educationist, a founder cum organizer of Kannada & Tulu cultural activates, a worshipper of ‘Kannada Matha’ all rolled into one; Sri Sarvotham Shetty is an asset to Gulf Kanndigas and we pray Almighty Lord to give him strength and inspiration to continue to serve and uphold the Karatnaka tradition & culture in this part of the world.

Sri. Sarvotham Shetty is a happy family man with a loving and supportive wife Usha and lovable kids Samarth and Samyuktha.

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