Minister Mankal Vaidya’s absence draws resentment at Bhatkal Eid harmony meet
Bhatkal: Development issues and civic problems of the town came up for discussion between the administration and members of the public during the Eid harmony gathering organised by Majlise Islah Wa Tanzeem at Ameena Palace on Tuesday night.
Presiding over the programme, Tanzeem president Inayatullah Shabandri highlighted several infrastructure concerns in the town. He pointed to the delay in National Highway works, lack of proper drainage facilities in Ranginkatte and other areas, and the possibility of waterlogging during the monsoon. He also urged HESCOM to address the delay in the 110 KV power substation project and recurring power interruptions during festival seasons.
District Collector K. Lakshmi Priya said directions had been issued to the concerned agencies to complete drainage works before the monsoon. She also expressed concern over measles cases being reported in the town and appealed to the public to take vaccination to prevent the spread of the disease.
Superintendent of Police Deepan M.N. said wearing helmets was essential to prevent road accidents. He also shared information about the police department’s “Sanmitra” counselling initiative aimed at tackling rising drug abuse among youth.
Zilla Panchayat Chief Executive Officer Dileesh Sasi said community participation was necessary to ensure that government schemes reached the people. He added that organisations should help remove misconceptions related to health and education schemes.
Among those who spoke on the occasion were HESCOM chairman Syed Azeem Peer Khadri, Deputy Conservator of Forests Yogesh, Congress leader Rama Mogher, and Indian Nawayath Forum president Aftab Kola.
Tanzeem finance secretary Maulana Azizur Rahman Nadvi recited verses from the Quran. General Secretary Abdul Raqeeb M.J. welcomed the gathering and delivered the introductory address. Senior journalist M.R. Manvi compered the programme, while advocate Syed Imran Lanka proposed the vote of thanks.
Retired High Court judge Ravi Naik, municipal commissioner Baba Saheb Mane, Tahsildar Nagendra Kolashetti, officials from various departments, and prominent persons from different communities were present.
Minister’s absence sparks displeasure
The absence of minister Mankal S. Vaidya at the function became a talking point and reportedly caused resentment among local Muslim leaders.
Speaking on the issue, the Tanzeem president said elected representatives responsible for the district remaining absent from such important social programmes was disappointing not only for the organisation but also for the community.
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4 workers die after being buried under coal slurry in Jharkhand's Dhanbad
Dhanbad (Jharkhand) (PTI): At least four workers died after being buried under coal slurry in Jharkhand's Dhanbad district on Saturday, a police official said.
The incident took place at Moonidih coal washery in the command area of Bharat Coking Coal Limited (BCCL).
"Bodies of all four workers were dug out of debris during a rescue operation," Putki police station in-charge Waqar Hussain told PTI.
The incident took place when coal slurry was being loaded into trucks by workers, during which a large chunk of slurry fell and trapped several workers underneath, officials said.
The deceased have been identified as Manik Bauri, Dinesh Bauri, Deepak Bauri, and Hemlal Gope.
Meanwhile, the family members of the deceased and local villagers placed the bodies in front of the washery gate and began a protest.
They demanded compensation, jobs for dependents and action against those responsible for the incident.
Police and administration officials are trying to pacify the protesters, an official said.
