Abu Dhabi Karnataka Sangha to celebrate Rajyotsava on Nov 3; Bendre award for Shettigar

Shodhan Prasad
October 24, 2017

Abu Dhabi, Oct 24: Abu Dhabi Karnataka Sangha, one of the premier association for Kannadigas in UAE, will be honouring Yakshagana stalwart Shekhar D Shettigar with ‘Da Ra Bendre Award’ during their Karnataka Rajyotsava celebration programme scheduled forNovember 3, at India Social Centre Auditorium.  The day-long event of cultural activities will start at 10 a.m. being presided by patron Padmashree Dr. B.R. Shetty and other guests.

Hailing from a beautiful place called Kinnigoli in Dakshina Kannada District of Karnataka State, Shekar D. Shettigar is a well-known name in Yakshagana Art, born in the year 1966 to proud parents Damodhar&MohiniShettigar.  Currently serving in NMC Group Company he is married to Shantha who is serving as Main Teacher in Mahalaxmi English Medium School, Uchila and blessed with 2 sons Hrishikesh & Vighnesh who are pursuing their pre-degree courses.

Shekar Shettigar’s family has been carrying on this traditional ancient Yakshagana Art for more than four decades.  Grandfather Veerayya Shettigar was a well know reciter of Shani Pooja while father DamodharShettigar was an artiste who has served as an actor, choreographer, costume designer and makeup artiste for more than three decades.

Served as an professional artiste in Kateel, Iruvailu & Saukoor Troupes, he had participated in various occasions and achieved appreciation throughout.  He is also the founder of ‘Mohini Kala Sangha’ who provide assistance to various Troupes serving in Yakshagana Art.

Shekar’s elder sister, Vedavathi Shettigar too is well known as an honorary participant in various Yakshagana presentations specially in Surathkal&Aruva Troupes.  His brothers SadashivaShettigar, GangadharShettigar&BalakrishnaShettigar too have contributed to this great art having participated in Yakshagana’s various fields including acting in Dramas and assisting in make-up.

Both the children of Shekar are trained under Yakshagana Stalwarts like Rajesh Kateel,HarinarayanBeyipadithaaya& Ganesh Kolakadi for drum beats & reciters of Yakshagana Art.  His niece & nephews too are actively involved in Yakshagana and are promoters of this Art.

Shekar Shettigar’s foot prints

With the initial training Shekar received from his father, he continued to attain further training from KateelShrinivas Bhat, Kolyar Ramachandra Bhat, ILokesh Kumar & Ganesh Kolakaadi and shaped up his knowledge with these stalwarts.

At the age of 12 he presented his first entry at Mumbai’s Shanmukhanand Hall participating and enacting roles of Babruvahana & Pradhunya and attained good appreciation in his maiden appearance. Continued his passion towards Yakshagana and had served with Mumbai Narayana Guruswamy Yakshagana Mandali, Veerabadra Yuvaka Mandala, Taalapaadi, Durgaparameshwari Yakshagana Mandali, Mundkoor, Nandikoor Mandali etc.  Continued his passion as profession and was with Shree Bhagavathi Mela, Sasihithlu from year 2002 till 2004 and then from year 2004 to 2008 he served for Shree Durgaparameshwari Mela, Kateel and achieved lot of appreciations.

Shekar also contributed his time training and directing youths into this Art.  He served for Veerabadra Yuvaka Mandala, Thenku Yermal Higher Primary School, Higher Primary School, Ullanje, Kateel, Alvas Dheenkita Training Centre, Moodabidri & Yashamithraru Dubai.

AWARDS & ACCOLADES

Attained first, second & third place for consecutive 4 years (from year 2000 to 2003) in Thenkuthittu Amateur Yakshagana Competition

In the year 2004 attained first place in the Yakshagana ‘Moksha Sangrama’ a competition conducted by Nandakeshwar Temple, Panambur, Mangalore.

In the year 2007 attained first place in the Yakshagana ‘YaagaSangarsha’ a competition conducted by Subramanya Temple, Sooda.

Won first place in various competitons held by AlvasOrganisations, Moodabidri specially directing plays like SudarshanaVijaya, MohiniYekadashi, TaranisenaKalaga, SudanwaKalaga etc.

In 2010 won first place for the play ‘MohiniYekadashi’ specially written & directed for Alvas Group

In the year 2000, 2001 & 2002 won first place for ‘Panduvehsa’, ‘Devavritha’, ‘Sudanwa’ & ‘Taranisena’ in consecutive Kanthavara Competitions.

Attained first place at Nandakeshwara competition in his role as Taranisena.

On the whole Shekar Shettigar has dedicated his life for ‘Yakshagana Art’ and his contribution to this is remarkable.  He put his heart and soul into this dying art and his selfless effort in maintaining this ancient art is commendable.  He deserves this appreciation and honour as identified by Abu Dhabi Karnataka Sangha who has decided to honour him this year with ‘Da Ra Bendre Award’. 

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November 1,2024

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Bengaluru, Nov 1: Hardline BJP leader and Vijayapura MLA Basanagouda Patil Yatnal wrote a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to "Nationalise Waqf Assets", alleging Waqf board of "blatant violation" in claiming of the lands of Farmers, temples and mutts.

Taking to his social media, Basanagouda Patil Yatnal posted on X, saying "I have written a letter to the hon'ble PM Shri Narendra Modi ji to Nationalize the Waqf Assets in view of the arbitrary, blatant violation in claiming of the lands of Farmers, Landowners, Temples, Trusts and Mutts across the country by the Waqf board. All the citizens of the country have equal rights on the land. If the motive of Waqf is welfare and social service, this has to be done without bias and religious discrimination as India is a secular nation."

Additionally, Vijayapura MLA also attached the letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his post.

Earlier, BJP MP Tejasvi Surya had accused the Waqf Board of encroaching on thousands of acres of farmers' lands with the support of the Karnataka government.

Surya stated, "There have been multiple press conferences and videos in the public domain where the Minister himself has admitted that these Waqf adalats are being conducted under the Chief Minister's instructions. This is a grave matter, where thousands of acres of farmers' lands are being encroached upon by the Waqf Board with the active support and collusion of the State Government."

He mentioned that, in recent days, farmers from various districts across Karnataka have reported that, without prior notice, ownership of their lands has been abruptly transferred to the Waqf Board.

Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge criticised BJP MP Tejasvi Surya, claiming he has done nothing for Bengaluru. Kharge's remarks came in response to the BJP MP's accusations regarding Waqf Board land encroachment.

The Congress leader assured that the Karnataka government is committed to protecting farmers' properties.

Kharge further questioned the BJP's record on protecting temples during its previous government, stating that the Karnataka government is committed to safeguarding temples and common people's properties.

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October 26,2024

Mangaluru, Oct 26: In a distressing case of online harassment, Surathkal police in Mangaluru have apprehended a man, identified as Shariq, on charges of cyber harassment that allegedly led a woman to attempt suicide. 

The case took a dark turn when the woman reported that her Facebook account was hacked, leading to an influx of explicit, threatening messages directed at her brother, Kishan, and friend, Harshith.

According to Commissioner of Police Anupam Agrawal, the complaint, registered on October 22, specifically accused Shariq of orchestrating the harassment. Summoned for questioning, Shariq’s mobile phones and social media accounts were initially reviewed, but no conclusive evidence surfaced.

The case escalated when the woman reportedly received more abusive messages on October 24, pushing her to a point of desperation. Following her suicide attempt, police intensified the probe, reaching out to social media platforms for further verification. 

The Surathkal police have filed charges under sections 78(1)(i), 351(1 & 2), and 3(5) of the BNS, with the investigation ongoing to uncover the full extent of the cyber harassment network.

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October 25,2024

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The accused wife and the victim husband

 

Udupi, Oct 25: A seemingly natural death has unraveled into a heart-wrenching case of betrayal and murder in Udupi’s Marne village. 

Balakrishna (44), who had been battling fever and severe illness for nearly a month, succumbed to his condition on October 20, despite extensive treatment at multiple hospitals. 

Diagnosed with jaundice, he was under care at KMC Hospital in Manipal, Wenlock Hospital in Mangaluru, NIMHANS Hospital in Bengaluru, and Victoria Hospital. But his symptoms persisted, and he was brought home on October 19, only to pass away at 3:30 am the next morning.

A complaint filed by his grieving brother, Ramakrishna (42), has now transformed Balakrishna's case into an alleged murder investigation. According to Ramakrishna, his brother’s wife, Pratima, had been in a relationship with Dileep from Hirgan. Allegedly, frustrated by Balakrishna's interference in her relationship, Pratima conspired with Dileep to eliminate him.

The complaint suggests that Pratima and Dileep plotted to gradually poison Balakrishna, lacing his meals with a toxic substance that steadily worsened his health. 

In the early hours of October 20, Dileep allegedly visited the home, where he and Pratima are accused of suffocating Balakrishna with a bedsheet, ending his life in a final act of betrayal. 

The Ajekar police have now registered a murder case, transforming Balakrishna's tragic death into a haunting investigation. They also have managed to arrest the victim’s wife and her boyfriend. 

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