H.D. Kumaraswamy’s DNA filled with hate politics: DK Shivakumar
Bengaluru: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar launched a scathing attack on Union Minister for Heavy Industries H.D. Kumaraswamy over the Kethaganahalli land encroachment case, accusing him of engaging in hate politics and stating that it is ingrained in his DNA.He was addressing press persons at Vidhana Soudha on Thursday.
Responding to allegations regarding the Kethaganahalli land encroachment case, Shivakumar clarified that the case was filed by activist S.R. Hiremath, and officials conducted a survey based on a court order. "How can this be termed as hate politics?" he questioned.
Furthermore, Shivakumar said, "Did we file the case in court regarding this issue? Hiremath has filed multiple cases against me as well. The court issued directions based on his petition, and officials are acting accordingly. Where is the politics of hate in this?"
Referring to past allegations, Shivakumar further asked, "What did Kumaraswamy say against me in Mysuru? What did his father say about me? Cases were filed against me, my wife, my sister, and my brother. I have no connection with Ballari, yet wasn’t I accused of illegal ore mining? Didn’t Kumaraswamy investigate me? We merely formed a government with him. If he is honorable, then it’s fine," he remarked.
Shivakumar also alleged that Kumaraswamy’s party pressured the Centre to prevent the renaming of Ramanagara district. "We are aware of the law. There is no need to seek anyone’s permission under the Constitution. We have submitted a proposal to provide necessary information," he said.
He further alleged that some ministers in New Delhi were conspiring to obstruct the renaming process. "We will not bow down to such pressures. We know the legal procedure for renaming a district, and we will change Ramanagara to Bengaluru South," he asserted.
Regarding the Pennar river water dispute between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, Shivakumar mentioned that the Centre had scheduled multiple mediation meetings per the court’s order. "During the Belagavi session, we requested a rescheduling. Now, the Centre has to submit a report to the court and has invited us for a meeting on March 18," he explained.
He clarified Karnataka’s stance, stating, "There are reports suggesting that Karnataka refused to participate in the discussions. However, the minister called and officially informed us that the meeting had been postponed. The Union Minister will hold separate talks with Tamil Nadu, possibly for political reasons. Before attending the meeting, I had already discussed the matter in the cabinet and conveyed our government’s stand," he said.
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Karnataka govt directs municipal corps to regulate, prohibit pigeon feeding
Bengaluru (PTI): The Karnataka government has issued directions to municipal corporations across the state to regulate and prohibit feeding pigeons in public places, citing serious public health concerns.
Deputy Secretary to Government V Lakshmikanth has written to the Urban Development Department requesting it to issue directions to the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) and all municipal corporations to take immediate steps to implement the measures.
In an official note dated December 16 issued by the Health and Family Welfare Department and released to the media on Wednesday, the department said uncontrolled feeding of pigeons in public places has resulted in large congregations of birds, excessive droppings and serious health concerns, particularly respiratory illnesses linked to prolonged exposure to pigeon droppings and feathers such as hypersensitivity pneumonitis and other lung diseases.
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"The commissioner, the Greater Bengaluru Authority and the Commissioners and chief officers of other municipal corporations shall take necessary action to mitigate the causes of dangerous disease spread by pigeon and enforce specified guidelines in their respective jurisdiction," the note said.
According to the department, these include a prohibition on feeding pigeons or causing pigeons to be fed in areas where it may cause nuisance or pose a health hazard to the public. Pigeon feeding shall be permitted only in designated areas in a controlled manner, subject to certain conditions.
"The designated areas may be selected in consultation with stakeholders. The responsibility for upkeep of the designated areas and compliance to the directions shall be taken up by some charitable organisation or an NGO. The feeding in designated areas shall be permitted only for some limited hours in the day," it said.
The note further stated that authorised officers of local authorities shall issue on-the-spot warnings and may impose fines for violation of the order, or lodge complaints to prosecute offenders under Sections 271 (Negligent act likely to spread infection of disease dangerous to life) and 272 (Malignant act likely to spread infection of disease dangerous to life) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
It also directed local authorities to conduct public awareness campaigns, including the display of signboards, banners and digital messages, explaining the health hazards associated with pigeon droppings and feathers, the content of the regulatory directions and penalties for violations, and alternative humane methods of bird conservation that do not endanger public health.
