Centre grants Hyderabad BJP candidate Madhavi Latha Y+ security cover: Sources
New Delhi, Apr 8: The Union government has provided VIP security cover of armed commandos to Madhavi Latha, the BJP Lok Sabha election candidate from Hyderabad, in view of potential security threats against her, official sources said on Monday.
The 49-year-old politician has been granted the mid-level 'Y plus' category mobile security cover during her stay and visits in Telangana.
The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) VIP security wing has taken charge of the task as stipulated by the Union home ministry, the sources said.
A classical dancer and entrepreneur, Latha is set to take on sitting Hyderabad MP and AIMIM leader Asaduddin Owaisi in his stronghold in the May 13 general elections.
A threat perception report prepared by central intelligence and security agencies recommended a security cover for Latha following which the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) sanctioned the protection, the sources said.
A squad of four-five armed personnel will be with Latha round-the-clock under the 'Y plus' security protocol.
The VIP security cover categorisations begin from the highest Z plus followed by Z, Y plus, Y and X.
The Hyderabad constituency, comprising mainly the old city of Hyderabad with a predominantly Muslim population, has been an AIMIM bastion.
Asaduddin Owaisi has so far won the constituency for four terms since 2004.
Prior to him, his father Sultan Salahuddin Owaisi had represented Hyderabad in the Lok Sabha for six consecutive terms between 1984 and 2004.
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Mangaluru positioned as Emerging Growth Hub at Vertex CXO Conclave 2026
Mangaluru: The Vertex CXO Conclave 2026, organised by Vertex Workspaces, was held at the Dr. TMA Pai International Convention Centre, bringing together industry leaders, policymakers and senior executives to deliberate on opportunities for business expansion beyond Bengaluru, with a focus on establishing Mangaluru as a viable centre for enterprise and technology-led growth.
Senior officials from the Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM) and the Karnataka Innovation and Technology Society (KITS) presented policy frameworks aimed at promoting investment in non-metropolitan regions. Rahul Sharanappa Sankanur, IAS, Managing Director of KITS, along with Samir Venugopal, Bharath Chandra B. K., and Vaishak Pai from KDEM, outlined incentives pertaining to infrastructure development, talent advancement and regulatory facilitation to encourage companies to expand beyond established urban centres.
Vinayak Palanakar, Chief Marketing Officer of Vertex Workspaces, stated that the organisation seeks to evolve beyond its role as a workspace provider by fostering an enabling ecosystem for business growth. He emphasised the importance of integrating policy support, talent availability and industry collaboration, and noted that the company aims to assist enterprises operating within its ecosystem in accessing government incentives while addressing key challenges such as recruitment and talent acquisition.
Speakers at the conclave highlighted Mangaluru’s strengths, including a strong educational base, improving infrastructure and an expanding presence of information technology firms and Global Capability Centres. At the same time, they underscored the need to address challenges relating to talent retention, ecosystem maturity and enhanced industry collaboration.
Kamal Karanth, co-founder of Xpheno, observed that while the Mangaluru–Udupi region has a consistent supply of entry- and mid-level talent, there remains a gap in the availability of senior-level professionals. He stressed the importance of structured hiring strategies and strengthening local ecosystems to mitigate workforce migration to larger urban centres.
Deliberations also indicated that although awareness regarding government incentives is increasing, there remains a need for greater clarity in processes and implementation mechanisms to enable effective utilisation. Vertex Workspaces reiterated its commitment to facilitating access to such frameworks and supporting businesses in connecting with appropriate talent networks.
A memorandum of understanding was signed on the occasion to enhance collaboration among stakeholders and support business expansion in the region.
In his concluding remarks, Gurudatta Shenoy, Managing Partner of Vertex Workspaces, stated that the initiative would extend beyond the conclave through continued leadership engagements, hiring platforms and policy-oriented initiatives aimed at supporting enterprises in emerging markets.
The event also featured Vertex Ashoka, an infrastructure initiative designed to support enterprise and Global Capability Centre operations, further reinforcing Mangaluru’s growing profile as a business destination.
