Two youths crushed to death under train

naeem@coastaldigest.com (CD Network)

September 18, 2011

Mangalore September 18: Two youths died on the spot after being run over by a speeding train at Mudayi Majalu, Punchatharu village in Putur taluk.

The victims of Friday night's incident have been identified as Thirumaleshwar (22), a resident of Punchatharu in Puttur taluk and Hariyappa (24) of Murulya village in Sullia taluk.

Thirumaleshwar was working as a conductor in a tourist tempo, while Hariyappa was an employee at a private institution located at Pulikukku.

Police quoting eyewitnesses said the youth were last seen crossing the railway track. Later, when the train sped away, the mutilated bodies of the youth were found.

The tempo drives offered condolence by stopping the regular trips between Puttur and Ninthikallu. A case has been registered by the railway police.

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DC urges faster land acquisition for industrial growth in Udupi

Agencies

March 28,2025

Udupi: Deputy Commissioner K. Vidya Kumari has directed officials to expedite land acquisition for designated industrial zones in the district to facilitate new industries. She issued these instructions during a meeting at Rajatadri on Wednesday.

Lands have been identified across various taluks for industrial development. The DC emphasized that KIADB must acquire these lands and ensure essential infrastructure—electricity, roads, and drainage—to attract industries and generate employment.

A total of 77 acres of private land has been acquired and compensated, including 31.2 acres in Kerebettu village, Hebri taluk, and 45.7 acres in Shivapura village. However, approval for 36.5 acres of government land is still pending. She instructed the forest department to assess whether this land falls under an eco-sensitive zone.

For the Belapu Industrial Area, the DC urged officials to accelerate minor land acquisitions for road expansion and commence construction at the earliest. She also mandated rainwater harvesting systems for all units in the Miyaru Industrial Area to tackle water scarcity.

Currently, 22 export-based units operate in the district. The DC encouraged further promotion of exports and an increase in their number.

The meeting was attended by Joint Director of Industries Nagraj V. Naik, KIADB Development Officer Srinivasa Murthy, Small-Scale Industries Association District President Harish Kunder, Deputy Director of the District Industrial Center Seetharam Shetty, District Skill Development Officer Arun B., and others.

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