Mangaluru: Renowned Padma Shri awardee Harekala Hajabba had a meeting with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah today, during which he submitted a request to upgrade the government high school of Harekala Newpadpu in Mangaluru taluk to a pre-university college.

Harekala Hajabba, known for his dedicated efforts in promoting education among underprivileged children, seized the opportunity to present his proposal to the Chief Minister. The aim is to elevate the government high school to a pre-university college, providing students in the area with expanded educational opportunities and paving the way for higher education.

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Harekala Hajabba's initiative has garnered significant attention and support over the years, as he tirelessly worked towards transforming the lives of children through education. His efforts have earned him national recognition, including the prestigious Padma Shri award.

During the meeting with CM Siddaramaiah, Harekala Hajabba expressed his vision for the educational upliftment of Harekala Newpadpu and highlighted the positive impact that the establishment of a pre-university college would have on the local community.

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Patna (PTI): Leader of Opposition in Bihar assembly, Tejashwi Yadav, on Tuesday exuded confidence that the Mamata Banerjee-led TMC will again be voted to power in West Bengal.

Yadav returned to Patna after a four-day poll campaign in West Bengal.

“The atmosphere there is euphoric and people want to bring Didi (Mamata Banerjee) back to power. I am fully confident that the TMC will win the election,” he told reporters here.

He said that a large number of people from Bihar living in West Bengal share a lot of love and respect for Mamata Banerjee.

Responding to BJP’s allegations that the TMC had “ruined” West Bengal during its tenure, the RJD leader said the “entire country has been ruined under the Narendra Modi-led government”.

“I want to ask one question to Modi ji – you have been prime minister for more than 11 years, tell me one thing you have done for Bengal,” Yadav said.

The first phase of elections to the 294-member West Bengal assembly was held on April 23, while the second phase will take place on April 29. Votes will be counted on May 4.