Women's Commission chief urges womenfolk to voice their grievances

February 25, 2011

Mangalore, February 25: Assuring to put an end to all types of atrocities against women, Karnataka State Women's Commission chief C Manjula on Friday said that swift action would be taken, if any complaint or grievance letter is sent to the Commission, from any girl or woman from any corner of the state.

She was speaking after inaugurating “Maardani”, a girl students' awareness conference organized by the Mangalore unit of Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad at Town Hall here.

“If you are a victim of atrocity, it is not necessary to visit my office to express your grievance. You can just write to my Commission explaining your problem, I will make all arrangements to provide you immediate protection” said the newly appointed chairperson.

“Do not hesitate to write to the Commission if you are facing any problem in this male dominated society,” she reiterated adding that there are various categories to file cases against the accused as far as atrocities on women are concerned. “College going girls too can write to the Commission directly if they are facing any problem from their male counterparts or seniors,” she said.

Manjula said the Women's Commission, has received around 230 complaints from various parts of the state after she took charge as its President nearly one and a half month ago.

Empowered

Congratulating Chief Minister BS Yeddyurappa for earmarking Rs 5 crore for the Women's Commission in the recent budget, Manjula said that the panel has been empowered by the bold step taken by the CM.

Women trafficking:

Expressing concern over the menace of women trafficking, which according to her is widespread in coastal Karnataka, she urged the womenfolk not to fall prey to the conspiracies hatched by men.

Love tragedies

Exhorting the college going students to be cautious about their present and future life, Manjuala pointed that a considerable number of complaint her Commission has received, is about love tragedies.

Warning about the grave consequences of love, she said “if love stories break up after a boy gets physically close to the girl, some end up in tragedy even after the marriage.”

A girl has to be very careful in this society, which is has been spoiled by the invasion of western culture, which degrades women into mere a commodity, she said.

Zilla Panchayat President Shailaja Bhat KT presided over the inaugural session of the programme.

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Clean and Green on Wheels: Mangaluru’s Push for Electric Public Transport

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November 13,2024

In the heart of Mangaluru, where rising air pollution is spurring public health worries, voices are calling for a greener, cleaner shift in the city’s public transport. Leading this call is APD Foundation, a Mangaluru-based environmental NGO, which has urged Forest, Ecology, and Environment Minister Eshwar Khandre to mandate electric vehicle (EV) adoption in public transport.

Abdullah A Rehman, CEO of APD Foundation, emphasized in a formal letter to the minister that Mangaluru’s public transportation system—efficient and organized with both government and private players—could transition smoothly to EVs in stages. He suggested that government-backed financial incentives, partnerships with EV manufacturers, and collaborations with environmental groups could streamline the switch.

Rehman stressed the potential of EVs to cut down emissions, enhance air quality, and reduce noise levels, noting the quieter operation of electric buses. He confirmed that a copy of his letter was submitted to the Deputy Commissioner as well.

However, Dilraj Alva from the Dakshina Kannada City Bus Association noted potential challenges, explaining that the shift might take up to two years due to infrastructure and budget hurdles. Most EV buses, he explained, are procured through aggregators, not directly by individual operators. The addition of charging stations and other essential infrastructure further complicates the transition.

Alva also raised the economic concern: while diesel buses are priced between ₹30-40 lakh, electric buses can cost up to ₹1 crore. Reflecting on recent meetings with companies, including one in Manipal, he questioned the assumption that EVs are an absolute solution to pollution. “EVs aren’t entirely eco-friendly, especially when considering battery disposal,” he cautioned.

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3 arrested in Mangaluru for defrauding individuals in 'digital arrest' and share trade scams

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November 16,2024

Mangaluru: The Kavoor police in Mangaluru, Karnataka, have arrested three individuals from Kerala in connection with two separate cybercrime cases, including one involving extortion under the guise of a "digital arrest."

City Commissioner of Police Anupam Agrawal reported that one of the arrested individuals, Nisar, a resident of Ernakulam district, posed as a CBI officer. He allegedly threatened the complainant with arrest and extorted Rs 68 lakh. A case has been filed under sections 66 (C) and 66 (D) of the IT Act, and sections 308 (2) and 381 (4) of BNS.

In another case, the Kavoor police arrested two men, Sahil K P of Thiruvannur, Kozhikode, and Muhammad Nashath of Mappila Koyilandy, Kerala, in connection with a share trade fraud. The accused are alleged to have deceived the complainant by promising substantial profits from an investment in the stock market. Trusting the fraudsters, the complainant invested Rs 90 lakh, which was subsequently lost. A case has been registered under sections 66 (C) and 66 (D) of the IT Act, and sections 318 (4) and 3 (5) of BNS.

The accused were arrested in Koyilandi and presented before the court. The operation was carried out under the guidance of City Police Commissioner Anupam Agrawal, led by Mangaluru North Sub-Division ACP Srikanth K, Kavoor Inspector Raghavendra Byndoor, Kavoor PSI Mallikarjuna Biradara, and staff members Ramanna Shetty, Bhuvaneshwari, Rajappa Kashibai, Praveen N, and Malatesh.

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