Confidence or overconfidence will be known later : Dingaleshwar Swami
Dharwad: Former Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa's recent comments have triggered a bold response from Fakir Sri Dingaleshwar Swamiji, setting the stage for a close fight in the upcoming elections.
Speaking at a support meeting organized by the State Farmers Union and Green Army at a private hotel in Hubballi, Dingaleshwar Swamiji asserted, "We will know in the near future whether it is confidence or overconfidence." This statement was a direct retort to BSY's warning to not contest against Union Minister Prahlada Joshi.
Dismissing BSY's advice, Dingaleshwar Swamiji said that his commitment is to his self-esteem. He further stated, "We do not listen to anyone when our self-esteem is threatened." He further declared that discussions regarding the election will only be held with devotees and voters, not with any party leader.
Accusing Prahlada Joshi of fearing defeat, Dingaleshwar Swamiji highlighted Joshi's recent efforts to meet and organize with leaders of various communities. He also addressed alleged slander spread by Joshi's devotees, claiming to be devotees of the Math.
He further said that his devotees have claimed that some have threatened them. Hence they may not be able to openly show their support. However, our devotees are saying that we will do whatever we want to do inside.
Dingaleshwar Swamiji is set to submit his nomination papers for elections on April 18, with expectations of significant support from his followers.
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Three private doctors arrested in illegal scanning case involving 31 minor pregnant girls in KR Pet
Mandya: Police on Tuesday arrested three private doctors in connection with a case involving alleged illegal scanning of 31 minor pregnant girls at a private diagnostic centre in KR Pet. The accused were later remanded to judicial custody.
The arrested doctors have been identified as Dr. Divyachetan of Chetana Maternity Centre, Dr. Harshit of Navi Diagnostic Centre, and Dr. Harish of Kushal Diagnostic Centre.
Police said Priyanka, a gynaecologist attached to a government hospital, is absconding and efforts are under way to trace her.
The case came to light after Karnataka Lokayukta Police recently conducted raids, during which illegal sex determination tests on minor pregnant girls were allegedly detected at two diagnostic centres in KR Pet town.
Following the raids, District Health and Family Welfare Officer Dr. Mohan, Deputy Director of the Women and Child Development Department P.S. Asha, and District Child Protection Officer Rashmi inspected several diagnostic centres and filed cases at KR Pet Town and Rural police stations.
According to the allegations, Navi Diagnostic Centre conducted scans on 24 minor pregnant girls, including 19 cases in 2024 and five in 2025. Kushal Diagnostic Centre is accused of conducting scans on seven minor pregnant girls.
Meanwhile, Deputy Commissioner Dr. Kumar has directed taluk vigilance committees to inspect all 63 ultrasound scanning centres in the district and submit reports within 10 days.
Officials said the Tahsildar of each taluk has been appointed chairperson of the respective committee.
