Wafa Sultana is 'best young parliamentarian'

March 11, 2012

Mangalore, Mar 11, 2012: Mangalore based SDM Law College student Wafa Sultana has been adjudged 'best parliamentarian' at a model parliament competition organized on Saturday in Hubli.

As many as 40 students from 12 law colleges across the State, representing various 'constituencies', had participated in the proceedings that were part of the State-level S S Shettar Memorial Model Parliament Competition 2012 organised on Saturday by the Hubli based KLE Society's G K Law College.

Responding to the award, Ms Sultana said that she was deeply interested in Islamic Shariah and issues of human rights.

Ms Sultana is the daughter of Karkala based couple Muhyuddin and Umaira Khathoon. After studying up to Class VI in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, she returned to her native and continued the education in Karkala and Mangalore.

After much debate and a walkout by opposition members, the 'Prevention of public agitation by coercive methods to enact laws bill, 2012' was defeated in the 'model parliament'.

'Speaker' of the model parliament and the former Speaker of the Assembly Ramesh Kumar put the bill to vote.

While 'ruling party' members demanded that it be passed in the interests of protecting the supremacy of parliament, 'opposition' members argued that it would take away the voice of the people.

In the almost three-hour long discussions, students quoted from various constitutional provisions to support their arguments.

Asmatunnisa G of Vidyavardhaka Law College, Mysore, and Gouramohan Mishra of BMS Law College, Bangalore, got second and third prizes in the competition.

Ramesh Kumar advised against making sweeping comments against the people and Parliament. Principal of the host college G B Patil and advocate G R Andanimath, the coordinator of the event, were present.

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New bridges in Mangaluru to ease traffic, boost tourism: U T Khader

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December 29,2024

Mangaluru: Karnataka Legislative Assembly Speaker and Mangalore MLA U T Khader announced two ambitious bridge projects sanctioned by the Cabinet for Mangalore constituency, aimed at reducing traffic congestion on NH 66 and promoting tourism in the region.

A new bridge, parallel to the Nethravathi bridge, will connect Kotepura to Bolara at an estimated cost of ₹200 crore. Spanning 1.5 km, it will be one of the longest bridges in the region. A consultant appointed by the Public Works Department (PWD) is currently preparing the Detailed Project Report (DPR). Khader explained that Kotepura, once a hub of business activities before the construction of the Nethravathi bridge, will regain its prominence with the new project.

“The 12-meter-wide bridge will offer breathtaking views of the Arabian Sea, designed to enhance the experience for commuters. Once completed, it is expected to reduce 50% of the traffic on NH 66 via Pumpwell, as residents from areas like Bunder, Kudroli, and Bolar will use this route. Additionally, plans are underway to develop a scenic seaside road from Kotepura to the Kerala border, boosting tourism,” Khader elaborated.

The second bridge, connecting Sajipa Nadu to Thumbe at a cost of ₹62 crore, is set to benefit residents from Arkula, Meramajalu, and Thumbe. Presently, residents from Sajipa must travel via Melkar and Bantwal to reach Thumbe. “This bridge has been a long-standing dream of mine, and I had placed the proposal before the Chief Minister even before becoming the Speaker,” he added.

Addressing concerns about the difficulty faced by residents crossing the railway line between Thokkottu and Olapete, Khader revealed that a footbridge has been proposed, and funding is ready, awaiting railway approval.

On other topics, Khader responded to a query about the Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing allegations against RR Nagar BJP MLA Munirathna. He stated that the matter would be discussed with the Assembly secretary. Regarding an MLC C T Ravi's controversial remark, Khader expressed regret and assured that the Council Chairman would address the issue.

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