26.41 crore works in Mangaluru Municipal Corporation
Mayor inspects ongoing works
Mangaluru, July 12: A team led by Mayor Bhaskar Moily on Thursday held an inspection of Rs. 2,641.15 crore developmental works that include roads widening, concretisation, bridge construction and footpath developments in the limits of the Municipal Corporation.
Deputy Mayor Muhammad, Standing Committee President Praveen Chandra Alva, Shashidhar Hegde, Opposition Leader Premanand Shetty, Commissioner Muhammad Nazeer and senior officials examined the work at various parts of the city.
Widening of Vamanjoor - Bondel connectivity road
“About four km road that connects Vamanjoor to Mangaluru via Bondel has been widened. The main road that goes to Panchanadi and other places has been widened for 11 meters up to Bondel. The road has already been developed at the cost of Rs 3.69 crore, including the construction of the Pacchanadi Bridge. Additional Rs 3.5 crore will be required for the complete development of this road,” Mayor Bhaskar Moily said.
While this is the closest road to reach Mangaluru from Gurupura via Vamanjoor, this road can be used as an alternate road for Mangaluru if developed more. Besides, traffic congestion can be reduced at Gurupura-Vamanjoor-Bikarnakatte-Nantur route.
Bridge built in the record period
“The 12-meter wide bridge built near Pacchanadi has been constructed in two months and opened for the public. The bridge was constructed at the cost of Rs 150 lakh,” Mayor Bhaskar Moily informed.
Development of Kadri Park under the Amruth project
Speaking after inspecting the public toilets constructed at the cost of Rs. 12 lakh in Kadri Park, the mayor informed that under Amruta project various developmental works have been taken up at the cost of Rs. 1.16 crore in Kadri Park. “Development of a gym located in the park, repair of walking track, and the special arrangement for children will be made,” he added.
Green footpaths!
The 680 m long road from Ballalbag to Durga Mahal is widened; drainage and footpaths have also been developed at the cost of Rs. 117 lakh. The footpaths of this road have been beautified by planting saplings with the help of forest department. Meanwhile, roads widening and supplementary work of around 600 meters on Mishangori Road at the cost of Rs. 70 lakh has been taken up.
Widening of Padil-Bajal road
The Padil-Bajal Road from Bajal Convent to Bolol is being widened at the cost of Rs 148.42 lakh. This is a major road connecting the national highway through the padil to jeppinamogaru.
Road widening at Kankanady Railway Station
Kankanady Railway Station Road is being widened at the cost of Rs. 205 lakh and additional works have been taken up with it. Two e-toilets have been constructed at the expense of nearly Rs 7 lakh per block near Pakkaladka KHB ground.
“Indira Canteen building construction at Pumpwell Junction, Jeppu Kud Padi road widening and supplementary works worth Rs 43.27 lakh has been taken up along with the widening of SL Mathias road, and the construction of drainage and footpath at the cost of Rs 442.56 lakhs. Upgradation of Appar Bendur road from Balmatta circle has been completed at the cost of Rs. 250 lakh,” Mayor Bhaskar Moily informed.
Corporators Jayanti Achar, Roopa D. Bangera, Jesintha Vijaya Alfred and others were present during the inspection.
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AIMPLB criticises JPC's approach on Waqf Amendment Bill, calls for adherence to guidelines
New Delhi: The All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) has raised serious concerns over alleged procedural violations by the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) reviewing the Waqf Amendment Bill 2024. AIMPLB spokesperson Dr. SQR Ilyas criticised the JPC's approach, describing it as a "transgression of principles" and a breach of constitutional norms.
Dr. Ilyas stated that the JPC should limit consultations to stakeholders directly associated with Waqf matters. However, he claimed the committee is seeking input from organisations that lack relevance, including Central Ministries, the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), and groups aligned with the RSS.
In recent developments, six opposition members wrote to the Lok Sabha Speaker, expressing dissatisfaction with JPC Chairperson Jagdambika Pal’s conduct, which they allege has hindered fair discussions. This follows an earlier letter by opposition members condemning the chairman's behaviour.
The AIMPLB has demanded that the committee consider objections from AIMPLB and other recognised Muslim organisations, while excluding entities unrelated to Waqf issues. It also urged the JPC to refrain from rushing its report and to follow due process, ensuring thorough debate among members before submission.
