The Consumer Club of SDM College of Business Management, Mangaluru, organised an educational visit to various government offices on 23rd October 2026 as part of the Consumer Education Short-Term Course. A total of 30 students participated in the visit under the guidance of Mrs. Shwetha Y, Associate Professor and Consumer Club Coordinator, and Mrs. Sunanda Gangadhar, Secretary, District Consumer Information Centre.
The students visited the Deputy Commissioner’s Office, the Department of Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs, the District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, the Lokayukta Office, and the Zilla Panchayat Office.
Mr. Naveen, Assistant Director, Department of Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs, explained the responsibilities of the Deputy Commissioner, the administrative functions of the office, and the role of the department in ensuring the effective delivery of essential public services.
Mr. Somashekara, President of the District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, addressed the students on consumer rights and the mechanisms available for resolving consumer grievances. Dr. Gana P. Kumar, Deputy Superintendent of Police, Lokayukta, explained the functioning of the Lokayukta institution and the procedures followed in investigating complaints against public servants.
At the Zilla Panchayat Office, officials briefed the students on the implementation of government schemes, public welfare initiatives, and various administrative activities.
The educational visit provided students with valuable practical insights into government administration, consumer protection mechanisms, public services, and the functioning of different government departments. It also enhanced their awareness of consumer rights and the role of public institutions in safeguarding citizens’ interests.
