CM Siddaramaiah directs cops in DK to take measures to combat drugs menace in district
Question cops referring to 'Vartha Bharati' report
Mangaluru: In a bid to combat the increasing drug menace in Mangalore, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has issued directives to the police to take strict legal action against drug peddlers under the Goonda Act. The Chief Minister expressed concern over the rising drug-related issues, particularly among the youth, during the district progress review meeting at the Netravati Hall of the Zilla Panchayat. He questioned the efficacy of the ongoing drug-free Mangalore campaign, referencing a report by the 'Vartabharati' newspaper.
During the meeting, Police Commissioner Kuldeep Jain briefed the Chief Minister on the current status of the anti-drug campaign in the city. Siddaramaiah emphasized the importance of stringent measures to address the drug crisis and protect the youth from its adverse impact.
Seeking Solutions for Groundnut Yellow Leaf Disease
In another development, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah expressed his intention to convene a meeting with agricultural scientists and experts to find a solution to the groundnut yellow leaf disease issue.
Additional Buses Under Shakti Yojana
Responding to concerns about the impact of the Shakti Yojana on private buses, auto-rickshaws, and other public transport vehicles in the district, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah assured that 4000 additional buses will be procured soon to meet the demand. He acknowledged the positive response from the public and students, emphasizing that this measure will benefit the district and ensure every beneficiary receives the benefits of the government's five guarantee schemes.
Education and Health Index Decline in Dakshina Kannada Raises Concern
Expressing his dismay over the decline in the education and health index of Dakshina Kannada district for the past few years, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah sought explanations from the District Deputy Director of Public Instruction (DDPI) and health officials. The district, which was ranked third in education in 2015, hasd fallen to 35th in 2022 and further to 17th in 2023. Similarly, the health index has dropped, with the district falling from third place in 2015 to 23rd in the latest rankings.
The Chief Minister raised questions about this decline, especially considering that neighboring districts Udupi and Mangalore have consistently ranked first and second. Siddaramaiah directed the DDPI and health officials to investigate the reasons behind the backwardness of Dakshina Kannada district and take necessary steps to address the issue promptly.
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