Mangaluru Airport bags prestigious ‘Green Airport’ status from ACI
Mangaluru: Mangaluru International Airport (MIA) has been honored with the prestigious Platinum rating in the category of Airports with over 8 million passengers per annum as part of the Green Airport Recognition (GAR) 2023. The recognition aligns with MIA's commitment to green growth and sustainability.
The Airport Council International (ACI) Asia-Pacific bestowed this remarkable accolade, acknowledging MIA's unwavering dedication and remarkable achievements in implementing sustainable initiatives. Among its notable accomplishments, Mangaluru Airport stands out for successfully eliminating the use of single-use plastic (SUP), exemplifying its commitment to environmental conservation.
ALSO READ: Udupi: Mother, son end their lives by hanging themselves
The award was presented at the 18th ACI Asia-Pacific Regional Conference and Exhibition held in Kobe.
Let the Truth be known. If you read VB and like VB, please be a VB Supporter and Help us deliver the Truth to one and all.
Chandrashekhar Swamiji apologises for remark on denying voting rights to Muslims
"If my statement has upset our Muslim brothers, I deeply regret it."
Bengaluru: Kumara Chandrashekharanath Swamiji, head of the Vishva Okkaliga Mahasansthana Mutt, has expressed regret over his controversial statement suggesting that "Muslims should be denied voting rights."
In a press release, Swamiji clarified, "Muslims are also citizens of this country. Like everyone else, they too have voting rights. If my statement yesterday has caused discomfort to our Muslim brothers, I sincerely apologise for it."
He further added, "Okkaligas are inherently tolerant of all religions. We have always treated people of every faith equally. Our Mutt maintains cordial relations with Muslims, and they frequently visit us. Similarly, we attend their weddings and other joyous occasions. Hence, there is no intolerance towards this community." Swamiji appealed to the public to disregard the controversy surrounding his remark.
The controversial statement was made during a farmers' rally, ‘Raita Gharjana,’ organised by the Bharatiya Kisan Sangh, Karnataka Pradesh, at Freedom Park, Bengaluru, on Tuesday. Addressing the gathering, Swamiji had said, "A law should be enacted to deny voting rights to the Muslim community, and the Wakf Board should be abolished."
The remark drew widespread criticism from political leaders and the public alike. Following the backlash, Swamiji issued his apology, stating, "Muslims are also citizens of this country. Like everyone else, they too have voting rights. If my statement yesterday has caused discomfort to our Muslim brothers, I sincerely apologise for it."
