Govt working on pollution control, AQI to be assessed in various parts of B'luru: Minister Khandre
Bengaluru: Forest, Ecology and Environment Minister Eshwar B Khandre has said that the state government was focusing on preventing the state capital from converting into a gas chamber like New Delhi and would soon call a meeting of all 28 legislators to discuss the issue.
The minister, who chaired a meeting of government officers held at the request of senior BJP MLA from Rajajinagar Suresh Kumar in Bengaluru on Thursday, said admitted that pollution level was rising in Bengaluru. He also called upon elected representatives to sideline ideological differences and join hands to control pollution.
Suresh Kumar complained that cases of children with breathing problems were increasing in his constituency due to air pollution and dust on the streets. “As doctors are advising citizens to shift to the outskirts of the city to overcome the health problem, the government needs to take urgent measures to deal with the issue,” the legislator urged.
Khandre, who responded, said that air quality index (AQI) was being assessed in 11 locations of Bengaluru and at 13 traffic units. “Notices will be issued to institutes responsible for rise in air pollution if the AQI crosses the 100-mark. The institutes will be directed to take steps to control the pollution. Also, cases will be filed against companies violating the rules regarding air pollution,” he clarified.
He directed officials to form awareness committees with the support of various departments and local organizations to control the problem of single-use plastic, as garbage disposal too has become a major problem in Bengaluru.
The Environment Department was asked to provide information on the number of waste treatment plants across Karnataka, the capacity of the units and the quantity of liquid waste treated in the units.
The minister added that a meeting of all elected representatives and heads of prominent institutions in Bengaluru would be held soon under the chairmanship of Deputy Chief Minister and Minister for Bengaluru City Development DK Shivakumar to discuss prevention of pollution.
MLA Suresh Kumar, Principal Chief Conservator of Forests Meenakshi Negi, Chief Conservator of Forests Kumar Pushkar, Environment Department Chief Secretary Srinivasulu and others were present at the meeting.
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Bearys education announces ‘campus connect & talent hunt 2026,' offers up to 100% scholarships
Mangaluru: Bearys Education has announced the launch of its “Campus Connect & Talent Hunt 2026,” scheduled to be held on April 11 at the Bearys Knowledge Campus near Mangalore University in Innoli.
The initiative, aimed at promoting academic excellence and student empowerment, will offer scholarships of up to 100 percent on tuition fees for meritorious candidates.
The programme seeks to identify and support students aspiring to pursue Pre-University Course (PUC), degree, engineering and architecture programmes.
The event is open to students from SSLC (Class 10), PUC (Class 12), Diploma and ITI streams, along with their parents. Organisers said the day-long programme will focus on guidance, engagement and opportunities for students planning their academic future.
A Talent Hunt Examination will be conducted on April 11 at 9.30 am, with eligibility extended to students completing SSLC and PUC in 2026. Based on their performance, candidates will be considered for scholarships of up to 100 per cent.
The event will also feature a career guidance and counselling session led by Ameen-E-Mudassar, CEO of CIGMA. In addition, a technical and science expo showcasing student-led innovations, along with a food festival, will be organised as part of the programme.
Organisers stated that the initiative reflects the institution’s focus on quality education, personality development and integrity, while marking over 120 years of educational service.
Interested participants can register before April 8 by scanning the QR code provided in the official announcement (provided below) or by contacting 89704 96949, 81239 04351, or 99000 66888.
