Mangaluru: Karnataka CM Basavaraj Bommai on Tuesday reacted to the suicide of Santosh Patil who was found dead in a hotel room in Udupi days after he alleged harassment from Karnataka Minister Eshwarappa.

CM said a fair investigation into the matter will be held and only then the truth will come out. He added that he has asked FSL officials from Mangaluru to visit Udupi and follow up with the investigation.

He also added that he has briefed the police officials involved in the investigation to conduct fair investigation.

“Eshwarappa has denied all the allegations labelled against him. Patil had cases registered against him in court. The state government did not get any official complaint on the allegations against Eshwarappa, but all the aspects will be investigated, and we will try to find out why he committed suicide.” CM said in Mangaluru.

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Bahrain: Dr. Arathi Krishna, Vice President of the Non-Resident Indian (NRI) Forum, Government of Karnataka, participated as the Guest of Honour at the prestigious Global Women’s Economic Forum and Exhibition held on January 13, 2025 in Bahrain.

The international event, known for its pivotal role in empowering women entrepreneurs and professionals, provided a unique platform for showcasing business innovations and fostering leadership among women.

During the event, Dr. Krishna emphasized the significance of women’s contributions to entrepreneurship and technological advancements. She noted that the forum's dynamic workshops, panel discussions, and expert speeches offered specialized insights into innovative practices, financial management, and the adoption of new technologies. These knowledge-sharing opportunities are designed to support emerging women entrepreneurs, enabling them to thrive in a competitive global marketplace.

Highlighting the transformative power of such initiatives, Dr. Krishna remarked on the growing achievements of women entrepreneurs in traditionally male-dominated sectors. She acknowledged that the event not only celebrated success stories from across the globe but also inspired young women to pursue entrepreneurship and leadership roles. The participation of women-led businesses from diverse nations underscored the universal nature of entrepreneurial spirit and innovation.

Dr. Krishna also engaged in thoughtful discussions with successful women leaders and interacted with representatives of various Kannada associations in Bahrain. She reiterated her appeal to the global NRI Kannada community to strive for excellence and greater accomplishments in their respective fields.