Amidst violent protests, Police clamp curfew in parts of Mangaluru
Mangaluru: In the wake of violent protests that gripped the city on Thursday afternoon, Police have imposed curfew in Mangaluru Central sub-division limits to maintain law and order. The order was issued by Mangaluru Police Commissioner Dr. PS Harsha on Thursday evening.
Earlier in the day the protesters against CAA and NRC violated the prohibitory order imposed under section 144 by Dr. PS Harsha from Wednesday evening.
Protests turned violent when the protesters pelted stones at police personnel when they resorted to lathi charge and detain them.
Curfew has been imposed in Bunder, Kadri, Urwa, Barke, Pandeshwar vicinity which are most affected by the violence.
Let the Truth be known. If you read VB and like VB, please be a VB Supporter and Help us deliver the Truth to one and all.
Yenepoya University conducts autism awareness campaign in Mangaluru
Mangaluru: The Department of Occupational Therapy at Yenepoya (Deemed to be University) conducted a community-based Autism Awareness Campaign at Fiza Mall and Ullal Beach in the city.
The campaign was aimed at promoting awareness, inclusion, and early identification of autism, in line with the global theme, “Autism and Humanity – Every Life Has Value.”
The programme was led by Dr. Dhayanithi K and Dr. Ananya Jana as organising chairpersons, with Dr. Anas, Dr. Amanda S. Phillip, and Dr. Ansu V. David served as organising members.
Students of the Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (BOT) programme participated in conducting the campaign.
The event included activities such as flash mobs, street plays, face painting, mehendi, and direct interaction with the public.
These activities focused on highlighting early signs of autism, the need for early intervention, and the importance of inclusion and acceptance of individuals with autism.
The campaign reached around 300 to 500 members of the public. It also provided students with practical exposure to community-based rehabilitation and public health education.
As part of the initiative, QR-based digital resources were introduced to help the public access reliable information on autism.
“Awareness is the first step towards inclusion, and early intervention can significantly improve outcomes,” the organising team said.
The department thanked the university for its support in organising the campaign. It also acknowledged the cooperation of the management of Fiza Mall and the Ullal Beach Police Department in facilitating the event.
