School wall paintings inspire students, attract visitors

Hubballi: A govt public school in Bidnal has become a point of pride and public interest after transforming its campus walls into a vibrant learning space.With the clear intention of motivating students and educating them about the legacy they inherit, Karnataka Public School in Bidnal, Hubballi, got large, high-quality murals featuring freedom fighters, national figures, achievers from different fields painted, along with illustrations of important historic places from the region and the state.The initiative is designed to make inspiration visible and constant, so that children see examples of excellence and service every day as part of their normal school routine.The murals highlight personalities associated with education, science, sports, social reform, public service, arts, and other areas of achievement. Alongside these figures, the walls also showcase well-known heritage sites and culturally significant landmarks, helping students connect classroom learning with the identity, history, and values of their own surroundings. Teachers are using the artwork as a practical tool for discussion, storytelling, and general awareness, turning corridors and open spaces into extensions of the classroom.The impact reached far beyond the school community. The painted walls are attracting large numbers of visitors who come specifically to view and photograph them. People from nearby areas, and increasingly from across the district, are stopping by to see the campus, creating a positive buzz around the school and its efforts to promote learning in creative ways. What began as a student-focused motivation project also became a local attraction that encourages community engagement with public education.Already known across the state for having the highest demand for admission in LKG and UKG, the school's reputation is now growing even further.Basavantappa Keri, assistant teacher at KPS in Bidnal, Hubballi, said over 90 pictures generated using advanced technology digital wallpaper printing, and were pasted on school walls.He said, "The pictures have a good life, and the school management is also taking care of the pictures." He added that the pictures were finalised considering the study materials of the students, and included motivating achievers, freedom fighters, historical places, Bharat Ratna awardees, Jnanpith awardees, quotes from Dr BR Ambedkar, APJ Abdul Kalam, pictures of Parliament, universities, folk arts, game pictures, and other attractions. The work was carried out with the support of former corporator Mohan Asundi, and the walls were painted with the help of ARK company.Over 1,000 children are studying in the school, from LKG to 7th standard, in Kannada and English medium.