Mangaluru: We the People, Mangaluru Police, Roshni Nilaya jointly organize International Youth Day
Mangaluru: A large-scale awareness campaign aimed at combating drug abuse and promoting cyber safety was organized in Mangaluru to mark the United Nations International Youth Day. The event was a collaborative effort by We the People Trust, a newly established organization in the city, in partnership with the Mangaluru City Police, Mangalore City Corporation, and Roshni Nilaya School of Social Work.
We the People Trust was founded under the aegis of the ‘Yes We Can’ youth organization from Andhra Pradesh and the Alumni of King's College London in Hyderabad. The trust, which consists of academicians, senior officials, policy makers, retired officers, lawyers, and students, aims to serve the youth and women communities in South West India.
The event drew participation from about 100 students, police officers, and city municipal officials, who joined forces to raise awareness under the themes #SayNoToDrugs and #SayYesToCyberSafety. These themes were prominently showcased during a Walkathon and street demonstration held at Kankanady Junction, where participants formed a human circle and displayed placards to engage and educate the public.
"This is not the first time we have organized a project event of this scale," said Stephen Anurag P., the founder of We the People Trust. "Programs like these empower youth to take part in the Global Agenda 2030 and advocate for sustainable development, bringing together all stakeholders in society to fight against antisocial elements. We have a series of such projects planned across the state and neighboring regions."
A significant highlight of the event was the unveiling of a "Wall of Signatures" at Valencia Park, where participants and guests signed their names as a gesture of support for the cause.
Addressing the gathering, Assistant Commissioner of Police Geetha Kulkarni emphasized the importance of tackling modern challenges such as cybersecurity and drug control. "These issues affect not just students and youth but also employees and daily wage workers. With the support of organizations like We the People India, authorities can better address these challenges," she stated.
Other notable attendees included Dr. Manoj Babu, President of the Trust, Municipal Commissioner CL Anand, representatives from Roshni Nilaya School of Social Work, and several members of We the People Trust, including Sahil A. Khader, Amith Rohan D'Souza, Mohd Sufaid, Rosline Marry, Akhinesh A., and Siraj P.
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Five arrested in Kerala's Walayar for beating to death Jharkhand native
Palakkad (Kerala) (PTI): Five people have been arrested for allegedly beating to death a Jharkhand native on suspicion of theft near Walayar here a day ago, police said on Friday.
The arrests were formally recorded late Thursday night and all the accused have been booked for the offence of murder under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, an officer of Walayar police station said.
The deceased -- Ramnarayan Bhayar (31) -- was working as a labourer in the Walayar area.
According to police, Bhayar was attacked by a group of men on Wednesday evening, alleging that he was involved in a theft at Kizhakeattappallam near Walayar.
As per the FIR, the incident occurred before 7.40 pm, and the injured Bhayar was rushed to the Palakkad District Government Hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
Police said a detailed investigation was underway to ascertain the sequence of events leading to the incident.
