KCC&I calls for Karnataka Bandh on June 22, against hike in power tariff in state
Bengaluru: The Karnatak Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCC&I) has given a call for a one-day strike across the state on June 22, opposing the hike in electricity tariff in the state.
In an official letter addressed to all its members, associations and presidents, the KCC&I said on Saturday that it had been trying for more than a week to clarify the matter to the state government and convey the seriousness of the impact of a hike in power tariff, but neither the government nor the concerned officials had responded positively to the appeal of the Chamber.
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The KCC&I said, “We request all the Trade and Industry to close their establishment on 22 June. This is in protest of abnormal price hike in the Electricity charges by ESCOM's.”
Referring to its call for a statewide strike, the Chamber said, “To draw the attention of the government, we are calling for this Bandh. We wish to find a solution and get reduction in the electricity charges.” It also expressed hope that the state government will respond to the request of the KCC&I.
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Barber shops shut down in Karnataka’s Koppal village after Dalits request haircuts: Report
Koppal: In a troubling instance of caste-based discrimination, barber shops in Muddaballi village, located about 7 kilometers from Koppal district headquarters, have reportedly shut their doors after members of the Dalit community sought their services.
Reports of barbers refusing to serve Dalit men surfaced two months ago. It was only after police warned them of punishment under laws against untouchability that the barbers reluctantly agreed to provide services to Dalit customers, as reported by Deccan Herald on Wednesday.
However, it is now reported that the barbers have resumed discriminatory practices, selectively visiting homes of customers from other communities while deliberately avoiding Dalit households.
As a result, Dalit men of Muddaballi are being forced to travel to Koppal city for basic grooming services such as haircuts and shaving, the report added.
The incident has drawn the attention of political leaders and activists, with Basavaraj Dadesaguru, president of the BJP’s Koppal district unit, criticising the state government for its apparent apathy toward the struggles faced by Dalits.
