Women's Day: Udupi DC, SP, and CEO participate in tug of war
Voting awareness at Malpe beach
Udupi: Three lady officers of the Udupi district actively participated in various sports competitions organized by the Udupi district administration and district sweep committee, at Malpe Beach to mark the International Women's Day.
Deputy Commissioner Hephsiba Rani Korlapati, Superintendent of Police Nisha James and ZP Chief Executive Officer Sindhu B. Rupesh, were enthusiastic competitors in the women's tug of war today.
Speaking after inaugurating the programme, Deputy Commissioner Hephsiba Rani Korlapati said that the programme was organised to create awareness about voting. "The Constitution provides every citizen of India the right to vote. All must exercise their franchise," she said.
Members of Stri Shakti Organisation, lady staff from the DC office, and others participated in the event.
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Karnataka Speaker Khader finishes fourth in Dirt Prix event
Mangaluru (PTI): Karnataka Legislative Assembly Speaker U T Khader on Sunday finished fourth in a dirt track racing event organised by the Indian Motor Sports Club here.
Driving a Volkswagen Polo GT, Khader narrowly missed a podium finish, ending just seconds behind the third-place finisher.
An avid motorsport enthusiast since his college days, Khader has participated in several racing events involving both motorcycles and cars.
Organisers said his performance on the dirt track was consistent with his previous racing record.
Speaking informally after the event, Khader said he continues to follow motorsport and enjoys driving, describing the experience as a "refreshing change" from his official responsibilities.
The Dirt Prix event saw participation from multiple racers and was aimed at promoting grassroots motorsport.
