Dakshina Kannadigas have made K’taka proud in every field, Says former CM Sadananda Gowda
Karavali Ratna and Pratibha Puraskara ceremony held in Bengaluru
Bengaluru: Former Chief Minister D.V. Sadananda Gowda on Saturday lauded the people of Dakshina Kannada district for their remarkable contribution to India’s economy and their achievements in banking, hospitality, art, literature, music, and cinema.
He was speaking after inaugurating the Karavali Ratna and Pratibha Puraskara ceremony organised by the Dakshina Kannadigara Sangha at Nayana Auditorium in Bengaluru.
“Institutions like Canara Bank, Vijaya Bank, Syndicate Bank, and Karnataka Bank were founded by people from Dakshina Kannada. They have played a crucial role in the country’s financial growth. Similarly, the district’s entrepreneurs have made their mark in the global hospitality sector. Even the globally acclaimed film Kantara is a creation of Dakshina Kannada’s talent,” Gowda said.
He also noted that Yakshagana, the traditional coastal art form, has gained international recognition.
“It was because of the blessings of the people of Dakshina Kannada that I got the opportunity to serve as the Chief Minister,” he added.
Speaking on the occasion, Vishwasantosh Bharat Swamiji appreciated the Sangha for honouring achievers from all faiths. “By awarding people from different religions, the association has set an example of peaceful coexistence. Those who try to create communal divides should study their own religious scriptures, as peace and harmony are the essence of every faith,” he said.
During the ceremony, Syed Mohammed Beary, Chairman of Bearys Group, Nekre Satishchandra Shetty, Elias Sanctis, and Soundarya Manjappa were presented with the Karavali Ratna Award for their achievements.
Presiding over the event, Sangha President K.C. Ballal urged the community to stay united and continue nurturing young talent. “We must carry this association forward by bringing together Dakshina Kannadigas living in Bengaluru and encouraging the next generation to take leadership,” he said.
Writer and thinker Dr. K.P. Putturaya, along with office-bearers of the association, were present at the event. Hema Prakash led the prayer, and Radha Keshav Hebbar proposed the vote of thanks.
The programme also emphasised the importance of education and moral values in building a better society. “Education is the foundation of stability. If one works hard with sincerity and does not harm or deceive others, success is certain. Doing good for society and nurturing humanity are the truest forms of religion,” Syed Beary said.
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Rajasthan: Nursing student found dead with slit throat in Khairthal-Tijara district; accused held
Jaipur (PTI): A 20-year-old nursing student was found murdered with her throat slit in a rented room in Khairthal-Tijara district of Rajasthan, police said on Saturday.
The incident took place in a residential building in front of Mundawar police station on Friday afternoon, they said.
The accused, Upendra Kumar (21) from Haryana's Mahendergarh, was arrested while trying to flee the spot.
The father of the deceased alleged that his daughter was kidnapped, raped and then killed.
The incident sparked outrage among local residents, who blocked the main road for about 30 minutes before police dispersed them.
Police said the accused lived in the same rented premises.
Mundwar Station House Officer Ramniwas Meena said Upendra Kumar has been arrested based on complaint filed by the deceased woman's father.
Meanwhile, Leader of Opposition Tikaram Jully termed the murder proof that women remain highly unsafe in Rajasthan and accused the BJP government of turning a blind eye to such crimes.
"It is being proved that women are extremely unsafe in Rajasthan. A nursing student was abducted, raped and brutally murdered by slitting her throat in Mundawar. People are outraged but the BJP government has shut its eyes and ears to everything," he said.
