Hindu Yuva Vahini National Secretary and civil contractor Santosh K Patil on Monday wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi against Karnataka minister KS Eshwarappa alleging that the minister and associates have been harassing him for giving commission clear his bills for civil work that he carries out on the Minister's instructions.
In a letter written to the Prime Minister, Patil has stated that RDPR Minister instructed him to complete the road work by 12-02-2021, which was duly obliged. However, even after a year since the completion of the work, Patil added that his payment estimated around Rs. 4 crore is not yet processed and neither he has received work order for the road work.
Adding that he is burdened with the debts that he took for the work, Patil added he was under pressure from debtors and that if the Prime Minister doesn't intervene and release his payment, he will have no options left but to commit suicide.
He further added that the associates of the minister have been annoying him for giving them commission for the completed work.
He urged the PM to take up the matter sympathetically and on humanitarian grounds and direct the concerned authorities to clear his payment.
Santosh K Patil with BJP Karnataka In-charge Arun Singh
Santosh K Patil with Karnataka Minister KS Eshwarappa
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Bahrain: Dr. Arathi Krishna, Vice President of the Non-Resident Indian (NRI) Forum, Government of Karnataka, participated as the Guest of Honour at the prestigious Global Women’s Economic Forum and Exhibition held on January 13, 2025 in Bahrain.
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During the event, Dr. Krishna emphasized the significance of women’s contributions to entrepreneurship and technological advancements. She noted that the forum's dynamic workshops, panel discussions, and expert speeches offered specialized insights into innovative practices, financial management, and the adoption of new technologies. These knowledge-sharing opportunities are designed to support emerging women entrepreneurs, enabling them to thrive in a competitive global marketplace.
Highlighting the transformative power of such initiatives, Dr. Krishna remarked on the growing achievements of women entrepreneurs in traditionally male-dominated sectors. She acknowledged that the event not only celebrated success stories from across the globe but also inspired young women to pursue entrepreneurship and leadership roles. The participation of women-led businesses from diverse nations underscored the universal nature of entrepreneurial spirit and innovation.
Dr. Krishna also engaged in thoughtful discussions with successful women leaders and interacted with representatives of various Kannada associations in Bahrain. She reiterated her appeal to the global NRI Kannada community to strive for excellence and greater accomplishments in their respective fields.