Community leaders have realised importance of peace: IGP

January 27, 2012

Mangalore, January 27: Striking an optimistic note for Dakshina Kannada district in the aftermath of the Uppinangady incident which saw mob frenzy after Hindu Samajotsava there on Sunday, IGP (Western Range) Pratap Reddy said leaders of both communities have realised the importance of maintaining peace. Although divergent views did emanate from community leaders, peace committee meetings held subsequently have helped maintain calm to a great extent.

In an informal chat with reporters here on Thursday, Pratap denied assertions that the recent developments have left police in the district demoralised. "On the contrary," Pratap said, "since we are being blamed by both communities as reported in the media, police certainly have done their job. Nobody is sparing us, which does not happen in situations such as this, he said, adding police too is assimilating all these views and learning from it.

Role of senior officers, including SP or the IGP, Pratap said is to provide leadership in times of peace and strife. "Whatever feedback we are getting from the ground is being passed on to the men on the ground to ensure effective and balanced policing," IGP said adding that the various cases registered by Dakshina Kannada district police in the aftermath of Sunday's incidents will be investigated based on the evidence and as per law and not otherwise.

Acknowledging that democracy gives citizens the right to speech, Pratap said the police would step in when those holding protests democratically against Uppinangady or any such incidents cross the line. "We are taking steps to video graph all such public protest rallies and clippings of any inflammatory statements made by leaders of any communities would be used against them in a court of law as evidence as and when cases are booked," he pointed.

DC N S Channappa Gowda said the administration has tried to reach out to the communities through two peace committee meetings held so far. Leaders of both communities have agreed to maintain peace, DC said, adding that administration on its part has assured to the leaders that action would be taken against those fomenting trouble. "We are constantly in touch with leaders of the community and ensuring that the situation does not escalate," he noted.

Stating that the peace committee meetings have thrown up suggestions on need to hold this exercise at the village level, DC said the administration would take forward this idea once the fallout from Uppinangady incident stabilises. "We will instruct taluk teshildars and executive officers of taluk panchayats to hold such exercise at village level so that misgivings between communities are sorted at the grass roots level and not allowed to build up," he said.

Comments

Add new comment

Coastaldigest.com reserves the right to delete or block any comments.
Coastaldigset.com is not responsible for its readers’ comments.
Comments that are abusive, incendiary or irrelevant are strictly prohibited.
Please use a genuine email ID and provide your name to avoid reject.

Demand for Beary Development Corporation gains traction as U T Khader proposes expert panel

News Network

January 9,2025

Mangaluru: Establishing a Beary Development Corporation is a valid demand, but its implications must be carefully studied, remarked Speaker UT Khader. He proposed forming an expert committee to evaluate the corporation’s potential impact on the Beary community during a district-level conference of the Beary-speaking community, organized by the Akhila Bharata Beary Mahasabha at Kudmul Ranga Rao Town Hall on Wednesday.

Khader expressed concerns over inefficiencies in existing government-established corporations, such as unfilled leadership positions, lack of appointed members, and insufficient funding. “The Beary Development Corporation must avoid similar pitfalls,” he emphasized. He noted that the Minorities Development Corporation already provides various schemes for Beary Muslims, urging a detailed assessment to ensure the new corporation’s funding does not fall short of current provisions, which could disadvantage the community.

Praising the industrious and self-respecting nature of the Beary community, Khader highlighted the respect Beary elders once commanded in villages. He encouraged the youth to uphold this legacy and actively contribute to the community’s progress. Additionally, he commended the Beary youth for their swift and dedicated responses during emergencies, which have garnered widespread recognition.

Khader underscored the importance of unity, cautioning against fostering divisions within the community. He also stressed the critical role of education in development, urging the maintenance of detailed records for SSLC and PUC students to track progress.

The event was presided over by Azeez Baikampadi, president of the Akhila Bharata Beary Mahasabha. Among the dignitaries present were former MLA Mohiudeen Bava and retired police officer GA Bawa. Dr. UT Ifikhar Ali Farid, honorary president of the Akhila Bharata Beary Mahasabha and chairman of the Karnataka State Allied and Healthcare Council, was felicitated during the program.

In notable initiatives, Kanachuru Monu, chairman of Kanachuru Medical College, unveiled the Mahasabha’s new website, while Sheikhabba Karnire of Expertise Company, Jubail, launched an IAS-IPS program aimed at empowering the Beary community.

Comments

Add new comment

Coastaldigest.com reserves the right to delete or block any comments.
Coastaldigset.com is not responsible for its readers’ comments.
Comments that are abusive, incendiary or irrelevant are strictly prohibited.
Please use a genuine email ID and provide your name to avoid reject.

Daring daylight heist: Robbers loot Kotekar bank of valuables worth ₹10-12 crore

News Network

January 17,2025

Mangaluru: In a brazen daylight robbery, a group of five to six armed individuals stormed into the Kotekar Vyavasaya Sahakara Seva Sangha branch at KC Road, Ullal taluk, and escaped with valuables estimated at ₹10-12 crore.

The incident occurred between 11:30 am and 12:30 pm, according to Police Commissioner Anupam Agrawal. The masked robbers, aged between 25-35, were armed with a pistol, talwar, and knife. They threatened the four to five employees present, forcing them to open the vault containing jewellery and other valuables.

The suspects spoke in Hindi and Kannada and fled the scene in a black Fiat car. Commissioner Agrawal confirmed that multiple police teams have been formed, and efforts are underway to track the culprits using technical surveillance and other leads.

CM Siddaramaiah Holds Emergency Meeting

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah convened a high-level meeting with senior police officials, including IGP Amit Singh, Commissioner Anupam Agrawal, SP Yathish N, and DySP, following the robbery.

Expressing dissatisfaction over security lapses, Siddaramaiah questioned, "How did this happen despite officials being present? Why were toll gates not secured?"

Officials reported that the bank had no security personnel and only five to six staff members on duty during the heist. The Chief Minister has directed authorities to enhance security across four districts, intensify checks at toll gates, and arrest the accused swiftly to ensure stringent legal action.

Comments