Reject those who keep changing parties: Poojary

October 2, 2012

Mangalore, October 2: Congress should not accept those who keep changing the political parties aspiring to get tickets just for becoming MLA, MP and Minister, said former union minister and senior Congress leader B Janardhan Poojary.

He was speaking at the Congress convention on the theme 'Congress ge banni, badalavane thanni' (Come to Congress, Usher in a Change) organised by Mangalore Town Congress Block here on Tuesday.

He said that congress required true and honest party workers and not those who jump from one party to another with the intention of power.

Calling upon the party workers to uphold the ideals of Gandhi, Mr Poojary said that his party should address the problems of needy in the society.

Squarely blaming Chief Minister Jagadish Shettar for the present crisis on the release of Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu, Mr Poojary said that the state government has completely failed to tackle the row over distribution of water.

He said there was no need for the chief minister to have staged a walk out during the Prime Minister's meeting. He should have convinced the Prime Minister on the prevailing ground realities instead. “That was the first mistake made by the Chief Minister. The government failed to effectively put up its case before both Apex Court and Cauvery River Authority.” Poojary said.

He also assured that if people of Mangalore voted Congress to power in the forthcoming election of Mangalore City Corporation, it will reduce property tax under Self Assessment Scheme (SAS). “Though BJP had promised not to hike tax in the election manifesto, it did not keep its words,” he said.

Former MP Vinay Kumar Sorake said the state government has completely neglected the betterment of the state instead it has been busy in solving internal-bickering.

Applauding the centre's decision to allow FDI in retail sector Mr Sorake said that the main beneficiaries of this scheme would be the farmers of the country. “At present, farmers of the country get only 33 per cent of the price for the crops grown by them. With FDI, the farmers can sell their products without the intervention of middlemen,” he said.

Rains play spoilsport

Due to heavy downpour that lashed city, disrupted the spirit of congress men who had turned up for the convention. There was very low gathering at the convention. Most of the chairs in front of the stage were empty as guests and other party workers were seen standing holding umbrellas.

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Udupi: Student slips down while boarding moving train, rescued by woman constable

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September 20,2024

Udupi: A vigilant Railway Protection Force (RPF) constable, Aparna K T, demonstrated remarkable presence of mind when she rescued a student who slipped while trying to board a moving train at Udupi Railway Station on Friday morning.

The incident occurred as passenger train number 06602 arrived at the station around 7:30 AM. The student, traveling from Mangaluru to Gokarna, had briefly alighted to purchase snacks. However, as the train began moving, she hurried back towards the carriage with the snacks in hand. In her rush, she lost her footing, slipping dangerously between the platform and the moving train.

Woman constable Aparna K T was given a cash reward of Rs 5000.

Constable Aparna, who had been closely monitoring the passengers, immediately sprang into action. “I saw her running towards the train and alerted everyone by blowing my whistle. She slipped, and her legs were caught between the platform and the train. Without hesitation, I pulled her out with the help of others nearby,” she recalled.

Thanks to Aparna’s quick thinking and the swift response of the railway staff, the train was stopped in time. Railway personnel, including the guard and loco pilot, were immediately informed, and they acted promptly to halt the train using both flag signals and a walkie-talkie.

RPF Inspector Madhusoodhanan PV arrived at the scene shortly after to check on the passenger's condition. The shaken but uninjured student was given water and helped back onto the train to safely continue her journey.

In an added measure of care, the RPF post at Bhatkal was notified to follow up on the passenger’s well-being during her journey. The student, fortunately, reached her destination without further incident.

The heroic rescue was captured on CCTV and has since gone viral on social media, earning widespread praise. In recognition of her bravery, Regional Railway Manager (RRM) Karwar awarded Constable Aparna a cash reward of ₹5,000, commending her quick action that averted a potentially tragic accident.

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Concerns raised over Toll Plaza construction near Sooralpady Masjid

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September 9,2024

Mangaluru, Sept 9: An action committee has voiced concerns about the construction of a new toll plaza near Sooralpady Masjid on the Mangaluru-Moodbidri-Karkala National Highway 169, 17 km from Nanthoor. Amidst ongoing construction, the Action Committee Against Surathkal Toll Gate claims irregularities and poor site selection.

Committee convener Muneer Katipalla noted that only 50% of the Nanthoor-Moodbidri-Karkala highway upgrade is complete after seven to eight years. The Nanthoor-Vamanjoor stretch remains unfinished, causing traffic issues, while dangerous hillside cutting near Kettikal has forced residents to relocate. Additionally, a flyover near Kaikamba threatens a local market.

Katipalla also criticized the construction of a bypass road, alleging it benefits real estate investors and inflates the project cost, which could increase toll fees. The proposed toll plaza, situated 36 km from Talapady toll gate and 35 km from Brahmarakotlu toll gate, violates distance regulations and is too close to local amenities, raising public objections.

There is growing concern that toll collection might begin before the project's completion, with locals frustrated by unaddressed grievances. Social activist Bava Padarangi, DYFI leader Srinath Kulal, and other community leaders attended the site visit.

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