‘Kalyan Kendra’ launched to redress SC-STs grievances
Bengaluru, Aug 07: If the students of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes face any problem in hostels, they can call and inform to the newly opened helpline in the Social Welfare Department. Actions will be taken to resolve them, said Deputy Chief Minister Dr. G. Parameshwar.
He was speaking after inaugurating the new helpline ‘Kalyan Kendra’ in Yavanika on the Nrupatunga Road in the city on Tuesday.
SC-ST students in the hostels are facing many problems. The Ministry of Social Welfare runs 25,000 hostels. If students have any issue related to food, beds, pillows, and other basic facilities; they can call or WhatsApp this helpline. Their grievances will be redressed, the Deputy Chief Minister said.
“The Kendra will be functioning 24 hours a day, and it is the first such center in the country,” he added.
There have been complaints about SC-ST issues for a long time. A lot of debate regarding these issues has been taken place in the House. The government intends to make sure that all the funds released in the budget are reaching these children and to make them financially self-sufficient.
Social Welfare Department Minister Priyank Kharge was also present.
Helpline Number 080 - 22634300 WhatsApp Number -9901100000.
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NRI Kannadiga community should achieve greater accomplishments: Dr. Arathi Krishna
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.
The international event, known for its pivotal role in empowering women entrepreneurs and professionals, provided a unique platform for showcasing business innovations and fostering leadership among women.
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.
