K’taka govt plans to establish water metro, water transport museum, experience center in Mangaluru
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Bengaluru: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah during the presentation of the 16th budget on Friday announced that the state government is planning to establish a water transport museum and experience center in Mangaluru under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model.
Alongside this initiative, efforts are underway to boost maritime infrastructure with projects that include an international cruise terminal, a water metro, and a coastal berth in Mangaluru, said the CM.
Similar developments are planned in Manki port, Uttara Kannada district, while Honnavar is set to become a hub for shipbuilding.
Additionally, river cruise tourism projects are being considered to enhance the region’s water-based transport and tourism potential.
Meanwhile, the CM also clarified land acquisition process for the Karwar Naval Base Airport is in progress, with construction expected to begin within the year, supported by allocated grants.
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Speaker UT Khader attends local cricket tournament during Bhatkal visit
Bhatkal: Speaker of the Karnataka Legislative Assembly U. T. Khader visited Bhatkal in Uttara Kannada district on Saturday and attended a local cricket match being played as part of a tournament organised by the Cosmos Sports Centre of Bhatkal.
After attending a programme at Anjuman Hami-E-Muslimeen, Khader proceeded to the Bhatkal Taluka Stadium, where the tournament is underway. He was accompanied by office-bearers of the Cosmos Sports Centre and several local community leaders.
Those present during the visit included President of Majlis-e-Islah Wa Tanzeem and former JD(S) leader Inayathullah Shabandri, Vice President of Tanzeem Atiqur Rahman Muniri, General Secretary Abdul Raqeeb MJ, President of Cosmos Sports Centre Ismail Anjum, Managing Director of Mohtisham Complexes S. M. Arshad, former president of the Bhatkal Muslim Youth Federation Imtiyaz Udyawar, among others.
Addressing players and organisers, Khader extended his best wishes to the participating teams and urged the players to uphold the spirit of sportsmanship. He said such tournaments help promote unity and brotherhood among the youth.
The cricket tournament began on November 21 and will conclude with the final match on December 21. It is being organised as part of the golden jubilee celebrations of the Cosmos Sports Centre.
Cosmos Sports Centre is one of the member clubs of the Bhatkal Muslim Youth Federation and is known for its active role in promoting sports in the town. Apart from sporting activities, the centre is also involved in various social and community initiatives, including efforts to promote education among students.
