Karnataka Dy CM Shivakumar urges public participation in socio-economic survey
Bengaluru (PTI): Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Saturday called on people to take part in the social and educational survey being conducted by the Karnataka State Commission for Backward Classes, saying it is vital to ensuring justice for future generations.
Flagging off the survey in the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) area, Shivakumar said, “The survey is starting in GBA areas today. The survey was conducted at my residence today, and I have provided all the details. I appeal to all communities to participate in the survey and provide all the details.”
Responding to concerns that the questionnaire contains too many questions, he said, “I also saw the questionnaire. It needs simplification. Patience is low in urban areas.”
On concerns about personal questions in the survey, he clarified, “The court has ruled that these questions are not mandatory, and no one can be forced to respond. Providing a response to some of these questions is optional. I have also told the interviewers to be sensitive to the needs of the interviewed in Bengaluru city, especially.”
Addressing reports of reluctance among people to participate, Shivakumar said, “It is our duty to educate them and we are doing it diligently.”
On complaints regarding server issues for the survey, he said, “The people concerned will fix it. There is a provision to participate in the survey online as well.”
The survey, which will continue until October 7, involves about 1.75 lakh enumerators—mostly government school teachers— covering approximately seven crore people in around two crore households across the state.
Officials said the exercise, estimated to cost Rs 420 crore, will be conducted “scientifically” using a 60‑question format prepared for the process.
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Allen, Raghuvanshi, Green power KKR to 29-run win over GT
Kolkata (PTI): Finn Allen blasted a 35-ball 93, while Angkrish Raghuvanshi hit an unbeaten 44-ball 82 as Kolkata Knight Riders kept their playoff hopes alive with a 29-run win over Gujarat Titans in the IPL match here on Saturday.
Sent in to bat, Allen went on a six-hitting spree, smashing 10 maximums and four boundaries to add 95 off 41 balls with Raghuvanshi (82).
Raghuvanshi then shared another 108 off 53 balls with Cameron Green (52 not out) to power KKR to a challenging 247 for 2.
In reply, GT could manage 218-4, riding on skipper Shubman Gill's 49-ball 85 and a 35-ball 57 from Jos Buttler. Opener Sai Sudarsan was retired hurt but returned to make a 28-ball 53 not out.
Sunil Narine (2/29) claimed two wickets and Saurabh Dubey snapped one for KKR.
For GT, Mohammed Siraj (1/50), Sai Kishore (1/38) were the wicket-takers.
Brief Score:
KKR: 247 for 2 in 20 overs (Finn Allen 93, Angkrish Raghuvanshi 82 not out, Camero Green 52 not out; Mohammed Siraj 1/50).
GT: 218 for 4 in 20 overs (Shubman Gill 85, Sunil Narine 2/29).
