Bhatkal: Jafar Ibn Ismail Jabbar, popularly known in the community as ‘Tanzeem Jafar’, retired after completing 50 years of service to Majlis Islah wa Tanzeem Bhatkal.

A felicitation ceremony was held in his honour during the evening session of the solidarity and get-together program at MM Resort, where he was presented with a monetary reward in recognition of his long-standing contribution.

Jafar began his association with the organisation in 1974 and has since been an integral part of its functioning. From delivering official letters and invitations to handling administrative responsibilities, he carried out his duties with honesty and consistency. His humility and commitment earned him the affectionate title ‘Tanzeem Jafar’, a name now synonymous with sincerity and service in Bhatkal.

Leaders of Majlis Islah wa Tanzeem Bhatkal, along with community members and well-wishers, paid tribute to his five decades of dedicated service. Office bearers noted that his role in the organisation was invaluable and his commitment irreplaceable.

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Mysuru: Six people, including three children, drowned in the Cauvery river near Arkeshwara Temple in KR Nagar taluk of Mysuru district on Sunday.

The deceased have been identified as Fatima (42) from Udayagiri in Mysuru; Mohammed Yasin (23), an autorickshaw driver from SBR Layout in Bengaluru; his wife Neha Kausar (19) from the same area; Uzeir (5) from Udayagiri, Mysuru; Emma Aiman (13) from Kadugondanahalli, Bengaluru; and Afif Ahmed (13) from KR Nagar.

According to The New Indian Express, the victims had visited a nearby dargah. While playing in the river, one person slipped into the water, and others entered it in an attempt to rescue them, leading to multiple drownings.

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah expressed grief and announced a compensation of Rs 5 lakh for each of the victims’ families.

Mysuru Superintendent of Police Mallikarjun Baladangi and KR Nagar police visited the spot and have begun an investigation.