People of DK will not keep quite: Poojary warns CM on Yettinahole project

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September 3, 2016

Mangaluru, Sep 3: Reiterating his demand that the CM Siddaramaiah should drop the Yettinahole project Congress veteran B Janardhan Poojary on Saturday said that two former CMs and current MPs - M Veerappa Moily and D V Sadananda Gowda- are hell bent on implementing the controversial project.

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He was speaking to media persons in Mangaluru a after the CM directed the officials concerned to expedite the execution of the project and bring any sort of impediment in doing so, directly to his notice.

"People of Dakshina Kannada will certainly not keep quiet if the government continues to do so and revolt," Mr Poojary said, wondering if CM Siddaramaiah is knowingly becoming a partner to conspiracy of Veerappa Moily and Sadananda Gowda who are keen to see the project through.

Asserting that he has already brought apprehensions expressed by various stakeholders about the project in the media reports to notice of Sonia Gandhi, he said the party high command is watching the developments as they unfold.

Asked if Siddaramaiah had spoken to him about Yettinahole project as directed by Ahmed Patel, political secretary to Sonia Gandhi, Poojary replied in the negative and said this was a sign of haughtiness on part of the CM.

When queried that despite this "act of haughtiness" of Siddaramaiah as described by him, the CM was still going ahead with implementation of the project, Poojary said, "Wait and Watch. I know what the Nehru family can do. Siddaramaiah does not. I have been in New Delhi (and know all this too well)," he said, adding people in Congress who do not tow to the party high command line will face the consequences. "It is better that Siddaramaiah drops the project," he added.

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saleem
 - 
Tuesday, 6 Sep 2016

Mr. Poojari, people of DK will always keep quiet, you don't have to worry. first of all, we request you to keep quiet. please get retirement from the Politics immediately that you may have prosper. Neither DK people want you nor congress party need you any more.

MSS
 - 
Monday, 5 Sep 2016

Very strange politics, Poojary sab is a honest man but like Pathan Dhimak.

A wise politician does not do such public attack against own party leaders. His policy does not work in Indian politics.
He should discuss with party high command.

TRUE INDIAN
 - 
Sunday, 4 Sep 2016

Here i support poojary. YETTINAHOLE project is going against the nature. Earthquake or tsunami might happen. Because of this project.

They putting people in trouble.

Anamika
 - 
Sunday, 4 Sep 2016

Who is this old Man.Often i see him with some or the other poking Comments against our honorable C.M.What is his identity.But never i saw Our C.M responding to his Comments.That is what our C.M is.

Basheer
 - 
Sunday, 4 Sep 2016

If you haven`t stop this \Press Conference Politics\" sure people of DK wont keep quite. people have come to know about your Drama. All this drama is for publicity not for public interest."

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December 31,2024

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From shocking sex scandals to high-profile scams and intense factional power struggles, Karnataka's political landscape in 2024 played out like a gripping thriller. The state's three dominant parties—Congress, BJP, and JD(S)—found themselves entangled in controversies, scandals, and unexpected alliances, keeping the political stage turbulent throughout the year.

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The JD(S) faced a monumental crisis with the Hassan sex scandal involving its MP Prajwal Revanna. Allegations of sexual exploitation surfaced through pen drives containing incriminating videos, sending shockwaves across the nation. Revanna fled the country but was arrested on May 31 upon his return. The scandal not only embarrassed the JD(S) but also led to the party losing its stronghold in Hassan, a seat it had held since 1999.

Congress' Struggles with Scams and Infighting
The Congress, riding high after its 2023 Assembly poll victory, faced a series of setbacks. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s reputation as “Mr. Clean” was tarnished by allegations in the MUDA site-allotment scam, for which he is under court-ordered investigation. The Maharshi Valmiki Scheduled Tribes Development Corporation Limited scam also led to the resignation and arrest of Minister B Nagendra.

Adding to the Congress' woes, the BJP spotlighted a controversial marking of farmers' lands as Waqf properties, further intensifying the political storm. However, the Congress bounced back by sweeping three critical by-elections in Channapatna, Shiggaon, and Sandur, silencing critics and bolstering support for its flagship guarantee schemes.

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The BJP and JD(S), forced into an alliance after 16 years, saw relative success in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls. While the BJP won 17 of the 25 seats it contested, the JD(S) secured two seats, enabling its state president H D Kumaraswamy to join the Modi 3.0 Cabinet.

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Legislative Drama and Bitter Exchanges
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January 3,2025

Mangaluru: The long-awaited DC office complex in Padil is nearing completion, with plans underway to inaugurate the facility during Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s visit to Mangaluru for the State Olympics meet on January 17. Karnataka Legislative Assembly Speaker U T Khader inspected the site and emphasized the urgency of completing the ₹75 crore project within the set deadline.

“We aim to finish the work by January 10 so that the inauguration can align with the Chief Minister’s visit. However, the final decision will depend on the project’s readiness by then,” Khader stated during his site inspection.

The ambitious project, reflecting the rich Tulu Nadu heritage in its design, received administrative approval on April 28, 2015. Following delays, the work order was issued on February 3, 2018, and construction began on March 17, 2018. Khader assured that the building's traditional architecture will extend to its surroundings, including an aesthetically designed entrance gate.

Spread across 5.89 acres, the complex boasts a total plinth area of 21,054.88 sq m, encompassing multiple levels:

Basement: 4043.88 sq m
Ground Floor: 7553.36 sq m
First Floor: 4158.94 sq m
Second and Third Floors: 2561.28 sq m each
Roof 1 and 2: 88.07 sq m each

The facility aims to centralize government services by housing most departments—except Revenue and RDPR—under one roof. This initiative, Khader highlighted, will streamline operations, save time, and enhance convenience for both officials and the public.

"Officials have been directed to expedite the remaining work, ensuring its timely completion," he added, reaffirming the government’s commitment to creating a functional and visually iconic administrative hub for the region.

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