Shivammogga: Two arrested in Gandhi statue vandalism case
Shimoga: In a significant development, the Shimoga Police have announced the arrest of two individuals in connection with the recent act of vandalism that led to the destruction of a Gandhi statue in Holehonur. Addressing a press conference, Shimoga SP GK Mithun Kumar provided details about the successful apprehension of the accused.
Three police teams comprising around 50 police personnel were formed to probe the incident, which occurred three days ago.
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During the press conference, SP GK Mithun Kumar revealed that the arrested individuals have been identified as Ganesh and Vinay, both hailing from Chitradurga. The accused were located in Pandrahalli, near Chitradurga, and evidence suggests that they committed the act while en route from Chitradurga to Joga.
The SP also shared that the arrests were made based on a combination of technical data and local information. The investigation is ongoing, and further details are expected to emerge as the case progresses.
The arrested accused have been remanded to judicial custody, awaiting further legal proceedings. The district administration is also expected to address the restoration of the vandalized statue in due course.
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Over 50% new faces elected to Majlis-e-Islah wa Tanzeem executive committee
Bhatkal: More than 50 per cent of the members elected to the executive committee of Majlis-e-Islah wa Tanzeem in its triennial elections are new faces, with a significant number of young members getting an opportunity in the organisation’s executive committee.
Polling for eight constituencies in different parts of Bhatkal was held on May 12, in which 24 members were elected. In addition, 20 members were elected unopposed from seven constituencies.
The keenest contest was witnessed in Constituency No. 14, where 10 candidates were in the fray for five seats.
With this, the process of electing members to the organisation’s 132-member executive council from Bhatkal and other regions has been completed.
Election Commissioner Mohiuddin Altaf Kharoori said the induction of a large number of new members into the executive committee has brought fresh enthusiasm to the organisation.
