KNS Holds AGM, Elects Office Bearers for 2025–2027

The Karnataka Numismatic Society (KNS), also known as Kannadanadu Nanya Sangha, held its 46th to 49th Annual General Body Meetings on March 23, 2025, at Prestige Falcon Towers, Bengaluru. New office bearers were elected for the 2025–2027 term following the conclusion of all AGMs.

The society was honored to have Dr. Rezwan Razack, a legendary figure in the field of Indian currency note collection, graciously provide his auditorium for the Annual General Body Meeting. Previously, in April 2022, the KNS conducted its first Monthly Meet after the appointment of the then-new office bearers at the Rezwan Razack's Museum of Indian Paper Money.

The newly elected office bearers for the Karnataka Numismatic Society for the term 2025–2027 are Shri Rajendra Maru as President and Shri Subramanyam Sheety P as Vice President. The Committee Members for this term include Shri Santosh, Shri Ananda V, and Shri Vinod J Puttanikar. Shri Suresh N. R and Shri G. K. Shenoy will continue in their respective roles as Secretary and Treasurer, as there were no new applications for these positions.

Notably, Shri Rajendra Maru, Shri Subramanyam Sheety P, and Shri Vinod J Puttanikar have retained their positions from the previous committee.

The Karnataka Numismatic Society is the second-oldest numismatic society in India, following the Numismatic Society of India at Banaras Hindu University. With over 1,400 lifetime members, it remains one of the most esteemed numismatic societies in the country. The society actively organizes monthly meetings, exhibitions, and various events, offering extensive support to its members.

The Karnataka Numismatic Society holds its Monthly Meetings on the second Sunday of every month from 10 AM to 12 PM at Manorama Hall, Indian Institute of World Culture, located at 6, BP Wadia Road, Basavanagudi, Bangalore. Enthusiasts are encouraged to join as members and actively participate in the society’s activities.

The members of the Karnataka Numismatic Society extend their heartfelt congratulations to the newly elected office bearers and wish them success in their endeavors. Under their leadership, the society looks forward to furthering its mission of promoting numismatics and fostering a vibrant community of collectors and enthusiasts.

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