Tension continues in Bantwal amid bandh; hundreds gather for funeral of stab victim

November 13, 2015

Mangaluru, Nov 13: A day after a youth was stabbed to death by unidentified miscreants after stones were pelted at SDPI protesters in BC Road, life came to a standstill in entire Bantwal taluk due to a Sangh Parivar sponsored bandh and prohibitory orders clamped by the Dakshina Kannada district administration on Friday.

A tense atmosphere continued in entire Bantwal taluk as sporadic incidents of violence were reported from different parts despite a heavy presence of the security forces.

Stone pelting, arson attack, burning tyres on the road and other incidents were reported from Brahmarakootlu, Sornadu, Kalladka, Soorikumeru, Badabolluru, Netla and other parts of Bantwal.

Almost all the shops and business establishments were remained closed thorough the day in BC Road, Bantwal town and other parts.

Private buses, tourist vehicles and auto-rickshaws too remained off the road causing inconvenience to travelers. As a result ever-busy BC Road bus stand wore a deserted look on Friday. Even though government offices including tahsildar’s office remained open, the number of employees was very less.

Additional security forces including sleuths from India Reserve Battalion have been deployed in sensitive areas of the taluk.

Armed forces patrolled the streets when hundreds of people belonging to saffron outfits took part in the funeral procession of Harish Poojary, who was stabbed to death by unidentified miscreants in the previous day.

A large number of Sangh Parivar activists were waiting at Bantwal bypass when the mortal remains were brought after post-mortem. When the dead body reached home, thousands of people gathered on the spot causing inconvenience to family members.

Dakshina Kannada district in-charge minister B Ramanath Rai, Deputy Commissioner AB Ibrahim also visited the house and declared a compensation of Rs 5 lakh to the family members of the victim. Dozens of BJP leaders including Dakshina Kannada MP Nalin Kumar Kateel also visited the house.

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Tourism dept to enforce stringent pool and beach safety guidelines in coastal Karnataka

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November 19,2024

In the wake of the tragic drowning of three students at a resort near Ullal on the outskirts of Mangaluru city, the tourism department in Dakshina Kannada is set to implement comprehensive safety guidelines for properties with swimming pools or beach access. This initiative aims to ensure guest safety and prevent similar incidents in the future.

New Safety Mandates for Resorts and Homestays

Rashmi S.R., deputy director (in-charge) of the tourism department, announced, “We will instruct all homestays and resorts to enforce precautionary measures, especially those with pools or direct beach access. Properties must ensure 24/7 supervision, particularly during guest hours. This tragedy highlights the importance of having trained personnel on-site.”

Key Safety Guidelines

The district, home to around 150 homestays and 130 resorts, will see the following measures enforced:

Clearly displaying pool depths.
Installing adequate safety equipment, such as life buoys.
Employing trained lifeguards at all times.
Establishing clear pool operating hours.
Reviewing and implementing standard operating procedures (SOPs) for pool and beach usage.

Booming Beach Tourism Calls for Vigilance

Manohar Shetty, president of the Association for Coastal Tourism (ACT), Udupi, highlighted the growing popularity of beachside resorts, particularly during peak seasons. Properties in Udupi, often fully booked with tourists from Bengaluru, Mysuru, Kodagu, and Shivamogga, face increasing pressure to maintain safety standards.

Udupi district boasts 22 beachside commercial properties catering to this rising demand.

Shetty emphasized, “Authorities must scrutinize safety measures and carefully evaluate guidelines before issuing new resort licenses. Panchayats should rely on the Karnataka Town and Country Planning Act when handling such cases.”

Long-Term Solutions for Water Safety

Recognizing the need for a cultural shift in water safety, Shetty proposed integrating swimming lessons into school curricula. This move would not only equip students with essential skills but also encourage safe participation in water-based activities.

A Safer Tomorrow for Coastal Tourism

As the tourism sector thrives, Mangaluru’s proactive approach underscores its commitment to visitor safety. The tragic incident serves as a wake-up call, propelling the industry towards stricter regulations and better preparedness, ensuring that coastal vacations remain both enjoyable and safe.

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Waqf row: BJP stages ‘our land, our right’ protest across Karnataka for second day

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November 22,2024

Bengaluru, Nov 22: For the second day running, the Karnataka BJP on Friday staged a statewide protest condemning the government’s alleged move to notify land of farmers as Waqf property.

The BJP staged a protest before the offices of Deputy Commissioners at district headquarters.

The BJP leaders are vehemently demanding that the state government cancel a 1974 Gazette notification in this regard.

The agitators are also demanding scrapping of the Waqf Board and the resignation of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Minister for Waqf and Housing Zameer Ahmad Khan.

The BJP MLAs, MLCs, MPs gathered in the premises of Freedom Park and staged a protest under the leadership of Leader of Opposition R. Ashoka and slammed the state government.

MLA T.S. Srivatsa led the protest in Mysuru and hundreds of party workers and farmers staged the protest under the leadership of former MP Pratap Simha in Kodagu.

Former MP Sumalatha Ambareesh led the agitation in Mandya.

This was the first time that Sumalatha took part in the party’s programme after the Lok Sabha elections.

State President B.Y. Vijayendra claimed, “The Congress government in Karnataka is issuing notices to farmers claiming the ownership of their lands to the Waqf Board and pushing them on the streets overnight.”

In the first week of December, three teams formed by the BJP will travel across the state and record the grievances of farmers.

“The state government is attempting to snatch away the lands belonging to temples as well,” Vijayendra alleged and added that the teams would comprise all senior leaders of the BJP.

Meanwhile, the police have taken Sri Ram Sena chief Pramod Muthalik into custody while staging a protest march to the office of Zameer Ahmad Khan in Bengaluru.

Muthalik along with Hindutva activists was planning to lay siege to Zameer’s office over the Waqf row.

The police stopped Muthalik and requested him to submit the memorandum by reaching the minister’s office in a vehicle. However, Muthalik refused to go with the police and continued his footmarch. The police took him into custody following arguments.

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