Charmadi Hasanabba, gets prestigious Kannada Rajyotsava Award for 38 years of selfless service
Mangaluru: Charmadi Hasanabba, a selfless social worker known for his tireless efforts in saving lives, has been honored with the Kannada Rajyotsava award by the state government for his remarkable 38 years of service to the community.
Hasanabba, born in 1951 to Ijjabba and Bifatima in Lala near Ujire in Belthangadi taluk of Dakshina Kannada district, displayed exceptional dedication to social service, especially in saving lives, irrespective of caste and creed.
Despite facing early challenges and limited educational opportunities, Hasanabba exhibited extraordinary resilience. At the age of eight, he moved to Balehonnuri and worked as a dishwasher in a small hotel, mastering the art of the hotel industry. At 18, he returned to his hometown, opened a small hotel, and built a home nearby.
Hasanabba's journey in social service began in 1985 when he learned about daily accidents on the route frequented by truck drivers. Motivated to make a difference, he and his friends would rush to accident sites in his Maruti 800 car, providing immediate assistance and transporting the injured to hospitals. His dedication saved numerous lives, including a father-son duo from Chikkamagalur who were critically injured at Charmadi Ghat. Their recovery and gratitude inspired Hasanabba to continue his mission.
Beyond saving lives, Hasanabba actively participated in clearing roads after landslides, fearlessly navigating treacherous terrains to ensure safety for travelers. He also assisted the police as a witness in various cases, including murder and robbery.
Hasanabba's contributions extended to community leadership as well. He served as the President of Juma Masjid from 1984 to 2015 and played a pivotal role in founding organizations like Belthangadi Taluk Muslim Union and the Muslim Unity Forum. His involvement in the Dakshina Kannada District Waqf Advisory Committee showcased his commitment to social causes.
Recognizing his outstanding service, Hasanabba received several awards, including the Beltangady Taluk and DK Zilla Kannada Rajyotsava Award, 'Sarathy No. 1' from the All India Drivers Association in Bangalore, the Person of the Year Award from Beary’s Welfare Association in Bangalore, the A Shyamarao Memorial Award, and the Alwas Nudisiri Awards from Beary Sahitya Academy, among others.
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2 detained after comment over wedding procession to Dalit house sparks clash in UP's Shahjahanpur
Shahjahanpur (UP) (PTI): Two persons have been detained after a clash broke out allegedly over remarks targeting a Dalit family's wedding procession in Uttar Pradesh's Shahjahanpur district, police said on Saturday.
The incident occurred in Lai Kheda village under Tilhar police station area, where a wedding procession from Bareilly had arrived at a Dalit household on April 20.
According to SP Saurabh Dixit, when the procession was near the house of Rajpal Yadav, he allegedly made a remark saying "Now, Dalits will also take out wedding processions riding a buggy", leading to an argument. Yadav's side allegedly turned aggressive, escalating the conflict further.
Police said a scuffle ensued between the two sides. Upon receiving information, police personnel reached the spot and ensured that the procession was conducted peacefully after the incident.
An FIR was registered on Friday against Rajpal Yadav, Sumit, Amit, Surendra, Avdhesh Yadav and five unidentified persons based on a complaint. Rajpal Yadav and his son Sumit have been taken into custody and are being questioned, Dixit said.
The case has been registered under provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023 and the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, police said.
Dixit said preliminary findings suggest that Yadav, too, was hosting a function and processions from both sides had arrived around the same time. A dispute may have initially arisen due to a narrow passage and attempts to move the processions quickly.
Police have registered the case under relevant sections of the BNS and initiated further probe, officials said.
