Committee to control misuse of benefits under Rashtriya Swasthya Bhima Yojna

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August 6, 2011

Mangalore, August 6: A monitoring committee would be formed to control the misuse of benefits under the Rashtriya Swasthya Bhima Yojna (RSBY), the health insurance scheme for unorganised labourers below poverty line (BPL) in the district, said N Yogish Bhat, Deputy Speaker, Karnataka Legislative Assembly.

Speaking at the Field Key Officers workshop on implementation of RSBY scheme organized under the joint auspices of Dakshina Kannada District Administration, Labour Department and Iffco-General Insurance Company Limited at Roshni Nilaya College here on Saturday, Mr Bhat said that he had asked the State Government to increase the insurance premium to at least Rs 1 or Rs 2 lakh.

Stating that the Government Hospitals in the state should be upgraded for the successful implementation of the scheme, he said that informal discussions were held on extending the scheme to middle class families too.

Delivering the introductory remarks, Assistant Labour Commissioner Venkatesh Appayya Shindihatti said RSBY is an ambitious scheme being implemented jointly by the Central and State Governments to ensure health care facilities to the workers of the unorganised sector, who form 93 per cent of the total workforce of the country. It was the cashless health care facility where the beneficiaries and three of their dependents could receive treatment worth Rs 30,000 per annum. Beneficiaries would be issued smart cards.

Though the scheme had been designed for working class people others too could avail the benefits as it had been extended to all identified BPL families in the rural areas including beedi workers, street vendors and domestic workers. Of the total premium money 75 percent would be bored by the central government and the remaining 25 per cent of amount by the state governments.

To ensure effective implementation of the scheme the Village Accountants and Gram Panchayat Secretaries have been appointed as the field key officers, he said.

Deputy Commissioner Dr N S Channappa Gowda presiding over the function urged the officials to strive for the successful implementation of the scheme across the district and instructed them to include maximum number of families under this scheme to ensure better healthcare facilities to the poor by November.

ZP CEO Dr K N Vijayaprakash, Assistant Commissioner Prabhuling Kavalikatti, Joint Commissioner of Labour Department J D Jingalappa, District Surgeon Dr Sangameshwar and others were present.


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November 13,2024

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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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November 14,2024

Bengaluru: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Thursday backed Chief Minister Siddaramaiah over his claim that the BJP had offered Rs 50 crore each to 50 Congress MLAs in an attempt to "topple" the state government.

Addressing reporters here, Shivakumar, also the Congress state president, said, “The BJP indeed lured 50 Congress MLAs with Rs 50 crore each.”

He defended Siddaramaiah’s statement and said the Congress MLAs were briefed about the BJP’s alleged 'Operation Lotus', a term used to describe the BJP's attempts to destabilise ruling governments through horse-trading.

“Some of our MLAs informed the Chief Minister about this matter, and he, in turn, shared it with the media,” Shivakumar said.

At an event in Mysuru, Siddaramaiah reiterated the claim that "none of the Congress MLAs had accepted the offer".

He also accused the BJP of filing false cases against him in a bid to "remove him and overthrow his government".

The BJP has yet to respond to the allegations.

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November 17,2024

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Mangaluru: A tragic incident unfolded on Sunday, November 17, at Vazco Resort (VAZCO), situated at Battappadi Cross Road in Someshwara on the outskirts of the city, when three young women drowned in the resort’s swimming pool. 

Disturbingly, an iPhone recording and CCTV footage captured their final moments, providing insights into the heartbreaking accident.

According to City Police Commissioner Anupam Agrawal, the tragedy occurred at approximately 10:05 AM. The victims were identified as:

Keerthana N (21) from Devaraj Mohalla, Hebbal Second Stage, Vijayanagar Post.
Nishitha M.D (21) from 4th Cross, Kuribarahalli, Mysuru.
Parvathi S (20) from Ramanuja Road, K.R. Mohalla, Mysuru.

Sequence of Events

The three women had checked into Room No. 2 of the resort on the morning of November 16 and stayed overnight. On Sunday morning, around 10 AM, they entered the swimming pool to play. Reports suggest that they placed their clothes poolside and set an iPhone to record the activity.

Initial findings indicate one woman slipped underwater and began to struggle. When the second attempted a rescue, she too drowned, followed by the third woman. Within minutes, the tragedy claimed all three lives. CCTV footage from the resort corroborates the sequence, showing the young women struggling before succumbing to the water.

Investigation Underway

The resort staff discovered the lifeless bodies and immediately raised the alarm. Ullal Police Inspector H N Balakrishna and his team are conducting an investigation. Preliminary reports suggest the women were non-swimmers, and the lack of safety measures contributed to the tragedy.

The resort is owned by Manohar, as per police records. While the formal case is yet to be registered, the incident has raised serious questions about safety protocols at resorts offering pool facilities.

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