Bhatkal: Condolence book honouring Dr. Syed Khalilur Rahman released at Rabita Awards Ceremony
Bhatkal, July 24: During the second session of the Rabita Educational Excellence Awards 2025, a special tribute was paid to the late Dr. S.M. Syed Khalilur Rahman, a respected NRI businessman and one of the key visionaries behind the Bhatkal Muslim Khaleej Council (Rabita Society). A compilation book of condolence and tribute letters received following his demise was formally released at the event by BMKC.
Karnataka Minister and Bhatkal MLA Mankal Vaidya unveiled the book in the presence of several prominent dignitaries and community leaders. Among those present on the occasion were the recently appointed Superintendent of Police for Uttara Kannada, Deepan M.N., and senior members of leading local organisations.
The release of the book served as a gesture of remembrance for Dr. Khalilur Rahman, who was widely recognised for his contributions to educational and social development in the region. As a longtime resident of the Gulf, he played a key role in mobilising the diaspora for the betterment of Bhatkal. His leadership and foresight helped shape Rabita Society into a strong institution committed to educational empowerment.
Over the years, he became known not only for his business acumen abroad but also for his consistent service to the community back home. His efforts laid the foundation for platforms like the Rabita Educational Excellence Awards, which continue to recognise academic achievement among the youth of Bhatkal and surrounding areas.
The ceremony was attended by leading personalities, including Yunus Kazia, President of Anjuman Hami-e-Muslimeen Bhatkal; Inayatullah Shabandri, President of Majlis-e-Islah wa Tanzeem Bhatkal; Farooq Musba, President of BMKC; Aftab Kola, President of Indian Nawayath Forum; Ateequr Rahman Muniri, General Secretary of BMKC; Qamar Sada, a fellow NRI businessman; Altaf Kharuri, President of Bhatkal Town Municipal Council; and other key community representatives.
The second session of the Rabita Awards also saw the continuation of the student felicitation programme, as meritorious students from various academic streams were recognised for their achievements.
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Power tariffs under BESCOM to rise from May 1
Bengaluru (PTI): Power bills for consumers under the Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited (BESCOM) will go up from May 1, following an order issued by the Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC) on Friday.
The hike comes after KERC allowed the BESCOM to recover a revenue deficit of Rs 2,068 crore incurred in 2024-25, from the consumers.
As a result, for every unit of electricity consumed in 2024-25, the customers will be charged an additional 56 paise, it said.
"BESCOM shall calculate, for each of the active consumers of FY2024-25 the amount to be recovered based on their actual energy consumption during FY2024-25. Such amount shall be recovered during FY 2026-27 in equal monthly instalments, to be called as 'FY25 True up Charges', commencing from the first meter reading date falling on or after 1 May 2026 and concluding with the reading date ending on 30 April 2027," the order said.
"It is further ordered that BESCOM shall maintain a separate head of account, allocated for the purpose, to record the adjustment of the said amount to ensure full recovery of the deficit," it added.
Similarly Chamundeshwari Electricity Supply Corporation Limited (CESC) has also recorded a revenue deficit of Rs 121.71 crore and can collect an additional 15 paisa per unit for consumption in 2024-25, official sources said.
