Karnataka extends deadline for ration card information update; details here
Bengaluru, August 21, 2023: The Karnataka government has announced an extension of the deadline for citizens to update their personal information, including names and addresses, on their ration cards.
Gyanendra Kumar Gangwar, the Additional Director (Vigilance and Public Distribution) of the Food, Civil Supplies, and Consumer Affairs Department, confirmed the extension and highlighted the reasons behind this decision.
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Initially, the government had set Monday, August 21, as the deadline for individuals to update their Know Your Customer (KYC) details linked to their ration cards. However, in response to the public's request for additional time and to address server-related issues, the government has decided to offer an extended timeline.
Gangwar explained, "In light of the server problem and to ensure that citizens have ample opportunity to make the necessary updates, the deadline will be extended in phases." This approach is aimed at providing citizens with a smoother and more efficient process for updating their information. The updates can be made either online or at a nearby fair price shop, giving citizens the flexibility to choose the mode that suits them best.
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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.
