JD(S) hits out at BJP for using youth power only during riots

February 19, 2012

Mangalore, February 20: As many as 60 workers from different political parties have joined the Janata Dal (Secular) at a function held in the party office here.

JD (S) Dakshina Kannada District unit president M.B. Sadashiva welcomed them to the party fold by handing over the flag of the party.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Sadashiva hit out at BJP for misusing the youth power for anti-social activities. "BJP leaders are good at instigating youth to unleash riots. Those misled by these leaders then get trapped in several criminal cases. The leaders of the BJP then wash their hands off. There is not a single case registered against leaders of the BJP in connection with riots and violence. But many innocent workers are trapped in court cases," he said.

He also took exception to the BJP government's move of releasing funds for temples and maths at the cost of develoopmental activities.

"The BJP government released lakhs of rupese to temples and maths. We don't have objections to that. But what about the development work? Not even a single paisa has been sent on developing infrastructure in the State," he said.

Vasanth Poojary, vice president of the JD(S) district unit, Ramganesh, general secretary and coporator Harish K. were present.

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DC urges faster land acquisition for industrial growth in Udupi

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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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