Beary Academy to give away honourary awards

March 16, 2011

Mangalore, March 16: Beary writer KP Abdul Khader Kuthethur, folk poet Muhammad Maripalla and singer Rahim BC Road who have done meritorious works in the field of Beary literature, language and arts respectively have been selected for annual honorary awards given by Beary Sahitya Academy for the year 2010.

Revealing this to media persons at Press Club here on Wednesday, MB Abdul Rahman, President of the Academy said that the awards will be presented on March 27 at 4.30 pm at Town Hall here. Each award comprises of Rs 10,000 cash, a citation and a memento.

KP Abdul Khader Kuthethur

KP Abdul Khader Kuthethur is an amateur writer. He started writing in Kannada and Beary languages during his High School days. His 41 programmes have been broadcasted in Mangalore Akashavani. His works “Paigambarara Jeevanamshagalu” and “Nabi Geethe” were published during his college days.

“Nallo Theru” a compilation of Beary articles was published recently by Karnataka Beary Sahitya Academy.

Having published several Beary/Kannada poems in magazines, and souvenirs he has participated in several poet meets as well.

He has served in Karnataka PWD as well as in Syndicate bank. After voluntary retirement, he is presently working in health department of Yenepoya Medical College.

Muhammad Maripalla

During his membership in Karnataka Beary Janapada Academy, Muhammad Maripalla has visited more than 135 schools in Dakshina Kannada to create awareness on literature. He has conducted several workshops, poets' meet for the students in schools.

He has written poems in Kannada and Beary languages on communal riots, Gujarath quake, Karavali Utsav, Independence Day etc. He has also sung Beary songs in 'mehendi' and wedding ceremonies.

He has participated in Chutuku Sammelana and poets' meet conducted by Kannada Sahitya Parishath. He has also received Veera Rani Abbakka Award and several other awards.

Rahim BC Road

Rahim BC Road is a known name in Beary music and culture circles with his singing performances for 'mehendi', wedding songs. He was one of the pioneers in introducing Beary songs in Madrasas, Daffs, Uroos etc.

He has written and sung more than 1000 Beary songs and released five CDs of Beary songs. His five books have also been published. He has received DK District Kannada Rajyothsava Award. Several organizations have honoured him for his contribution in the field of arts.

Umarabba, Registrar of the Academy and SP Umar Farooq, Member were present in the press meet.

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Tourism dept to enforce stringent pool and beach safety guidelines in coastal Karnataka

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November 19,2024

In the wake of the tragic drowning of three students at a resort near Ullal on the outskirts of Mangaluru city, the tourism department in Dakshina Kannada is set to implement comprehensive safety guidelines for properties with swimming pools or beach access. This initiative aims to ensure guest safety and prevent similar incidents in the future.

New Safety Mandates for Resorts and Homestays

Rashmi S.R., deputy director (in-charge) of the tourism department, announced, “We will instruct all homestays and resorts to enforce precautionary measures, especially those with pools or direct beach access. Properties must ensure 24/7 supervision, particularly during guest hours. This tragedy highlights the importance of having trained personnel on-site.”

Key Safety Guidelines

The district, home to around 150 homestays and 130 resorts, will see the following measures enforced:

Clearly displaying pool depths.
Installing adequate safety equipment, such as life buoys.
Employing trained lifeguards at all times.
Establishing clear pool operating hours.
Reviewing and implementing standard operating procedures (SOPs) for pool and beach usage.

Booming Beach Tourism Calls for Vigilance

Manohar Shetty, president of the Association for Coastal Tourism (ACT), Udupi, highlighted the growing popularity of beachside resorts, particularly during peak seasons. Properties in Udupi, often fully booked with tourists from Bengaluru, Mysuru, Kodagu, and Shivamogga, face increasing pressure to maintain safety standards.

Udupi district boasts 22 beachside commercial properties catering to this rising demand.

Shetty emphasized, “Authorities must scrutinize safety measures and carefully evaluate guidelines before issuing new resort licenses. Panchayats should rely on the Karnataka Town and Country Planning Act when handling such cases.”

Long-Term Solutions for Water Safety

Recognizing the need for a cultural shift in water safety, Shetty proposed integrating swimming lessons into school curricula. This move would not only equip students with essential skills but also encourage safe participation in water-based activities.

A Safer Tomorrow for Coastal Tourism

As the tourism sector thrives, Mangaluru’s proactive approach underscores its commitment to visitor safety. The tragic incident serves as a wake-up call, propelling the industry towards stricter regulations and better preparedness, ensuring that coastal vacations remain both enjoyable and safe.

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