Belthangady: Autorickshaw wrecked in wild elephant attack
Belthangady: A wild elephant attack left an autorickshaw completely destroyed in an incident reported early Friday morning at Boliyaru near Dharmasthala.
Dinesh, a resident of Boliyaru, was driving towards Dharmasthala from his home when a wild elephant suddenly appeared in the middle of the road near his house. Alarmed by the sight, he immediately abandoned the vehicle and fled to safety.
The elephant then charged at the autorickshaw, smashing it completely and pushing it into a nearby drain. Hearing the commotion, Dinesh’s wife and neighbours rushed to the spot. By the time they arrived, the elephant had retreated into the forest.
Shocked at the condition of the vehicle, Dinesh reportedly collapsed and was taken home by his family for medical attention.
Forest department officials and members of the local gram panchayat later visited the site and inspected the damage.
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Punishment for those disrupting assembly proceedings, warns Speaker UT Khader
Belagavi: Speaker U.T. Khader on Friday warned that members who disrupt Assembly proceedings by talking in their seats during debates will be made to sit in the House for an entire day as a disciplinary measure.
The warning came after the Question Hour, when Deputy Leader of the Opposition Arvind Bellad was permitted to initiate a discussion on the development of North Karnataka.
At this point, expelled BJP MLA Basanagouda Patil Yatnal objected, stating that he had been seeking a debate for the past three days but had not been given an opportunity.
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Responding to the objection, Speaker Khader said Bellad had already been granted permission and assured Yatnal that he would be allowed to speak at the next opportunity. He noted that even as a serious discussion was underway, several MLAs were speaking among themselves with their microphones on, disrupting the proceedings.
Expressing displeasure over the conduct of members, Khader likened the situation to football, where players receive red, yellow, or white cards for violations. Similarly, he said, the Assembly issues warning cards to members who disturb the House. If they fail to correct themselves despite repeated warnings, they would be required to remain seated in the Assembly hall for a full day as punishment, he stated.
