Mangalore: CFI's State Conference on Feb 27

February 25, 2011

Mangalore, February 25: The first ever state level conference of Campus Front of India (CFI) will be held on Sunday, February 27 under the theme “Students for Social Change” at Nehru Maidan here.

Announcing this to media persons at Press Club here on Friday, Abdul Rahman, Organising Chairman of the Conference said that the main objective of the conference is to empower the students in particular and campus in general.

He said CFI has been working towards creating awareness on social justice and movements among the students. It also mobilise the students to work with social responsibility.

CFI is aimed at preparing a responsible generation from the Indian campuses, he said.

The conference will start after hoisting the flag at Nehru Maidan by Muhammad Shakir, State President, CFI at 9 am.

In the technical sessions of the conference which is scheduled to be held at Don Bosco Hall near Jyothi at 10 am, activists and scholars are expected to address the students.

Under the theme “Where India is heading?” Shivasundar, popular columnist and Human Rights activist will speak on “Six decades of Indian Democracy”, Pattabhirama Somayaji, Lecturer of Mangalore University will speak on “Neoliberal Assault on Education”

Dr Shridhar, HOD of Vijaya College Bangalore will speak on “Terrorism: Myth Exposed” while Prof Udaya Barkur, Chairman of History Department Mangalore University will deliver lecture on “Saffronisation of the History”

At 3 pm, a large number of students across the state will take out a huge rally from Jyothi Circle to Nehru Maidan comprising of Bike show, Scout march and Daff.

A drama “College Seatu, Laksha Notu” depicting the ill effects of donation and problems faced by students will be staged at 4 pm.

At Nehru Maidan, a galore of scholars and activists including Gowri Lankesh, Chief Editor of Lankesh pathrike, Abdussalam Puthige, Chief Editor of Varhabharathi, Pattabhirama Somayaji, Shivasundar, Prof P Koya, Chief Editor of Thejas Daily, KM Shareef, General Secretary of Popular Front of India, Illyas Muhammad Thumbay, State President, Anees Ahmed, Chairman, National Advisory Committee of CFI, Majeed Kodlipet, State President of SDPI, Shahida Thasnim, General Secretary of National Women's Front, Hasan Farook, Tamilnadu CFI President, Ajmal Ismaeel, Kerala State President and others will participate.

Muhammad Shakir, State President, CFI, Imran Khan, State General Secretary, Thufail Ahmed, State Secretary, Nasir Hussain, Chief Convener of the conference and Hyder Habib, District President of CFI were present at the press meet.

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Mangaluru: The bustling coastal city of Mangaluru is about to get a vibrant makeover with the introduction of food streets in three prime locations, courtesy of the Dakshina Kannada district administration, Mangaluru City Corporation (MCC), and Mangaluru Smart City Limited (MSCL).

These food streets aim to infuse the city's social and cultural life with new energy, while providing residents and visitors a tantalizing array of culinary delights.

The first food street, soon to be unveiled, is set to light up the area near Mangala Stadium, where around 27 food stalls will offer a range of delicious treats. According to Mayor Sudheer Shetty Kannur, the project will be spearheaded by the MSCL, which has already identified two more locations for additional food streets across the city.

“Stalls will be set up on land belonging to the Department of Youth Empowerment and Sports, right next to Mangala Stadium,” shared the Mayor. Deputy Commissioner Mullai Muhilan MP has instructed MSCL to execute the project via a tender process. Following the completion of civil works, eligible bidders will be allotted food stalls. Other food streets will come up near Mahaveer Circle (Pumpwell) and at Sharbathkatte near Karnataka Polytechnic, bringing the city’s favorite street foods closer to even more neighborhoods.

Pradeep D’Souza, Deputy Director of Youth Empowerment and Sports, confirmed that work has already begun near Mangala Stadium.

“The MSCL is making swift progress under the guidance of the Deputy Commissioner. The designated land lies between Karavali Utsav Maidan and Mangala Stadium, with permanent shops on one side and the food street to be developed on the other. The area will be equipped with essential amenities, including drinking water, electricity, and proper drainage. Cleanliness and organization will be prioritized, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere that can draw large crowds,” he said. The project is moving quickly, with completion expected in the near future.

Once completed, these food streets will not only enhance Mangaluru's charm but also provide a fresh destination for food lovers to gather, explore, and savour the diverse flavours of the city.

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