Karnataka to showcase 'Nari Shakti' in R-Day tableau in New Delhi
Bengaluru, Jan 24: The 'Nari Shakti' tableau, reflecting women's empowerment in Karnataka will be displayed at the Republic Day parade on Kartavya Path' (previously Rajpath) in New Delhi.
According to the Department of Information and Public Relations, the tableau which is ready for the parade was prepared in a short span of 10 days.
The department has chosen five themes for the 2023 Republic Day Tableau Bravery of the women of Karnataka, Silk': The Pride of Karnataka, Karnataka's Floriculture, Karnataka: The Leader of Millets and 'Nari Shakti'.
The theme "Nari Shakti" depicting women's empowerment was finalised by the 'Theme Selection Expert Committee'. And accordingly, this time the tableau is showcasing the achievements of three women achievers who have brought glory to Karnataka, the information department commissioner, P S Harsha said.
The state has highlighted the achievements of Sulagitti Narasamma, Vriksha Maate Tulsi Gowda Halakki and Salumarada Timmakka as 'Nari Shakti' (woman power) as part of the Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsava' in the 2023's Republic Day celebrations, Harsha noted.
He added that these women have been honoured with the 'Padma Sri' award by the central government for their selfless contribution to the society.
"Although these women were born and brought up in very ordinary families from the most backward villages of Karnataka, their birth, caste and status did not come in the way of their achievements.
They have gained global attention through their achievements. Karnataka and the country are proud of their achievements," he said, "and tableaus are made to reflect this," the commissioner said.
According to Harsha, the state cleared several hurdles and made to the R-Day parade.
"This tableau, which symbolises Karnataka's greatness and Kannada identity, was prepared in just 10 days. Also, the department has been continuously participating in the Republic Day Parade for the past 14 years. This is something that all Kannadigas can be proud of," the commissioner added.
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2 arrested from Batla House over Sambhal violence
Bareilly: Two individuals linked to the violence in Sambhal on November 24 were arrested by Uttar Pradesh Police from Batla House in Delhi on Friday night. The arrests come as part of an ongoing investigation into connections between the Sambhal violence and certain areas in Delhi.
Moradabad Divisional Commissioner Aunjaneya Singh stated that locations like Jamia, Okhla, Jafrabad, and Seelampur are under surveillance. A police officer involved in the case revealed that one of the arrested individuals, identified as Mohd Adnan, admitted to taking refuge in Batla House with friends after the violence. Evidence has been collected to support these claims.
Sambhal SP Krishan Kumar Bishnoi noted that the two were identified using video footage from the incident. So far, at least 50 suspects have been arrested, and efforts are ongoing to apprehend others involved.
In a related incident, a complaint was filed with Sambhal police alleging death threats to Samajwadi Party MP Ziaur Rahman Barq and his father, Mamlukur Rahman Barq. An FIR was registered against Ajay Sharma from Kotpurvi locality, who was detained for disturbing the peace on Saturday.
