Mysuru: K'taka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao orders suspension of officials amid foeticide racket
Mysuru: In response to the shocking case of female foeticide that has rattled the state, Karnataka's Minister of Health and Family Welfare, Dinesh Gundu Rao, has taken action by ordering the suspension of Mysuru Taluk Medical Officer Dr. Rajeshwari and former Mysuru District Health Officer Dr. Ravi for alleged dereliction of duty.
Speaking to reporters in Mysuru on Thursday, Health Minister Gundu Rao expressed concern over lapses within the Health Department and stressed the need for an exhaustive investigation to uncover the network of individuals involved in the foeticide racket. He informed reporters that discussions had taken place with Home Minister Dr. G. Parameshwara and Chief Minister Siddaramaiah regarding the investigation, with the Chief Minister expected to decide on the type of inquiry to be conducted.
Acknowledging foeticide as a social problem, Minister Gundu Rao said it was necessary for a shift in societal mindset to effectively combat the issue.
The Health Minister, prior to addressing the media, visited Matha Hospital in Mysuru, which has been reportedly identified as the epicenter of the criminal activity. During the visit, he reprimanded Mysuru Taluk Medical Officer for providing inaccurate information, including the duration of the foeticide occurrences at the hospital and the plausibility of oversight in detecting such cases.
Minister Gundu Rao took Dr. Rajeshwari to task after receiving detailed information on the incident, revealing that the foeticide activities had been ongoing for an extended period.
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New safety wristbands launched for children at Makkah’s Grand Mosque
Riyadh: Authorities in Saudi Arabia have introduced a new safety measure to protect the youngest visitors at the Grand Mosque in Makkah by distributing free identification wristbands to families.
This initiative, led by the General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque, aims to prevent children from getting lost in the massive crowds and ensures they can be quickly reunited with their guardians if they wander off. By providing a simple way for staff to contact parents immediately, the program offers peace of mind to pilgrims during the busy Umrah and Hajj seasons.
The process for obtaining a bracelet is straightforward and designed for convenience, as families can pick them up directly upon arrival at the mosque’s main entrances. There is no need for online registration or any advance payment, as the service is completely free.
According to reports, dedicated desks have been set up at major entry points, such as the King Abdulaziz Gate and King Fahd Gate, where staff members help parents fill out the necessary details.
The child’s name and a guardian’s mobile phone number are recorded on the band, which is then securely fastened to the child’s wrist before they enter the prayer areas.
While the system is available for all visitors, officials especially urge parents to use it during peak times like Ramadan or the annual Hajj pilgrimage when the crowds are most dense.
