Speaker U.T. Khader Allocates Funds for Development Projects in Ullal
Ullala: State Legislative Assembly Speaker U.T. Khader has announced the allocation of funds for various development projects in Ullal. A total of 8 crores has been sanctioned for the construction of Abbakka Bhavan, while 6 crores has been allocated for Beary Bhavan. Khader confirmed that a tender has already been issued for these projects.
Speaking at a press conference at Kotekar, he revealed that land has been earmarked for the construction of Abbakka Bhavan in Thokkottu. Due to objections, Beary Bhavan will now be constructed on government land at Tiplepadavu, Natekal-Asaigoli.
Additionally, 70 crores has been granted for road development in Someshwar municipality, with 25 crores already utilised for development work. Khader mentioned that discussions will be held with local representatives to decide on further development plans.
To address the electricity issues in Ullal Taluk, a separate subdivision has been established, including the initiation of a Mescom sub-division in Konaje and the completion of foundation stone laying in Kotekar. Khader assured the appointment of additional linemen and officers for the new section office.
Khader stressed on the importance of water, roads, and electricity in people's lives, stating that 80 crores has been spent on water supply arrangements from Tumbe Dam to Ullala, Someshwar, Kotekar through Sajipa, Konaje. Further, 360 crores has been allocated for pipeline work in each village, with plans to extend water connections to Ullal through ADB.
Other allocations include 1.80 crores for school development in Ullal Taluk and 25 crores for the Thokkotu-Chembugudde road. Khader also announced plans for road development in various areas through CRZ.
Finally, a free dialysis center has been inaugurated at Ullal Community Health Centre with 10 beds. Priority for dialysis will be given to residents of Mangaluru Constituency, followed by economically backward individuals and senior citizens. Khader assured that residents of neighbouring constituencies will also be given the opportunity to avail these services.
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Punishment for those disrupting assembly proceedings, warns Speaker UT Khader
Belagavi: Speaker U.T. Khader on Friday warned that members who disrupt Assembly proceedings by talking in their seats during debates will be made to sit in the House for an entire day as a disciplinary measure.
The warning came after the Question Hour, when Deputy Leader of the Opposition Arvind Bellad was permitted to initiate a discussion on the development of North Karnataka.
At this point, expelled BJP MLA Basanagouda Patil Yatnal objected, stating that he had been seeking a debate for the past three days but had not been given an opportunity.
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Responding to the objection, Speaker Khader said Bellad had already been granted permission and assured Yatnal that he would be allowed to speak at the next opportunity. He noted that even as a serious discussion was underway, several MLAs were speaking among themselves with their microphones on, disrupting the proceedings.
Expressing displeasure over the conduct of members, Khader likened the situation to football, where players receive red, yellow, or white cards for violations. Similarly, he said, the Assembly issues warning cards to members who disturb the House. If they fail to correct themselves despite repeated warnings, they would be required to remain seated in the Assembly hall for a full day as punishment, he stated.
