Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah expresses solidarity with flood-hit Wayanad, promises support
Wayanad: In the wake of the devastating landslide and ongoing rescue operations in Wayanad's Mundakkai, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah expressed his deep sorrow over the catastrophic floods and extended his heartfelt condolences to the affected families.
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah stated, "Deeply saddened by the catastrophic floods in Wayanad. My heart goes out to the affected families. Karnataka is committed to providing all possible help to Kerala in this challenging time. Let's stand united and strong."
This message of solidarity comes as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has already announced a compensation of Rs. 5 crore and is sending a team of medical professionals and rescue personnel to assist Kerala. Karnataka's support adds to the regional efforts to aid those impacted by this disaster.
Deeply saddened by the catastrophic floods in Wayanad. My heart goes out to the affected families. Karnataka is committed to providing all possible help to Kerala in this challenging time. Let's stand united and strong.#WayanadFloods
— Siddaramaiah (@siddaramaiah) July 30, 2024
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Seven arrested in Manipal for ganja, LSD peddling, consumption
Udupi (Karnataka), Aug 18 (PTI): Seven individuals were arrested in Manipal on charges of peddling and consuming narcotics, including ganja and LSD, police said here on Monday.
Four of the accused—Ajish (28), Vipin (32), Bipin (24), and Akhil (26), all from Kerala—were first apprehended after their samples tested positive for ganja consumption. Interrogation revealed that they were being supplied by Manish (34) of Kasaragod.
A raid at Manish’s flat in Vidyaratna Nagar on August 17 recovered 653 grams of ganja, digital scales, a crusher, cash, and a mobile phone. He has been remanded to judicial custody and is counted among the seven arrested.
Separately, a raid on August 16 at a rented room in Ishwara Nagara led to the arrest of Afshin (26) from Kerala and Shivanidhi Acharya (20) of Udupi. Police recovered 1.237 kg of ganja, 0.038 grams of LSD strips, and related paraphernalia.
Investigations indicated that the accused had been targeting both students and migrant workers in Manipal and Mangaluru. The operation was coordinated under the guidance of Udupi Superintendent of Police Hariram Shankar.
