Mar 14: 934 new COVID-19 cases, 3 deaths in Karnataka
Bengaluru, Mar 14: Karnataka continued to report an increase in number of COVID-19 cases on Sunday with 934 infections, taking the tally to 9.60 lakh while three related deaths pushed the tally to 12,390.
The day also saw 609 patients getting discharged after recovery.
Bengaluru Urban remained on top of the list of positive cases with 628 infections being reported.
The daily COVID-19 case count in Karnataka crossed the 900 mark on Saturday for the first time since January 22.
The state reported 921 cases, with 630 of them from Bengaluru Urban district alone.
Cumulatively 9,60,272 COVID-19 positive cases have been confirmed in the state, which includes 12,390 deaths and 9,39,499 discharges, the Health department said in a bulletin.
Out of 8,364 active cases, 8,239 patients are stable and in isolation at designated hospitals, while 125 are in Intensive Care Units.
All the three deaths reported on Sunday are from Bengaluru Urban.
Among the districts where fresh cases were reported, Bengaluru Urban accounted for 628, Kalaburagi 43, Dakshina Kannada 40, Mysuru 31, Belagavi 27, Dharwad 20, followed by others.
Bengaluru Urban district tops the list of positive cases, with a total of 4,11,439, followed by Mysuru 54,445 and Ballari 39,399.
Among discharges too, Bengaluru Urban was on top with 4,00,812, followed by Mysuru 53,184 and Ballari 38,698.
A total of over 1,97,90,597 samples have been tested so far, out of which 73,108 were tested on Sunday.
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Inappropriate for MLAs seeking free IPL tickets, says D.K. Suresh
Bengaluru: Bengaluru Milk Union Ltd President D.K. Suresh on Monday said it is inappropriate for MLAs to seek free IPL tickets, adding that those interested in watching matches should pay for them personally.
Speaking to reporters near his residence in Sadashivanagar, he said, “IPL is a commercial tournament and does not represent the country. It is not right for public representatives to focus too much on such matters.”
Referring to the recent controversy during the RCB celebrations, he said, “let us find out who benefited the most from the statements made during the incident.” He also pointed out that BJP MLAs had received IPL tickets as well.
Responding to discussions about relocating the Chinnaswamy Stadium, Suresh said the government has already approved the construction of a new stadium at a location he had proposed.
“I had suggested building a stadium in Surya City and submitted a proposal for it. Bengaluru needs four stadiums in four directions to cater to its growing population and encourage youth participation in sports,” he said.
He noted that apart from Kanteerava Stadium, KSCA, and the Football Stadium, there are limited facilities in the city.
“When I was a Lok Sabha member, I had proposed allocating 100 acres in my constituency at Surya City. The land was later earmarked and the plan approved,” he added.
Suresh said he has discussed the project with Minister Zameer Ahmed Khan, Rajiv Gandhi Housing Corporation Chairman Shivalingegowda, and Anekal MLA Shivanna.
“The Cabinet has now approved the project, and a stadium will be developed on around 50–60 acres,” he said.
He further added that he has requested the Deputy Chief Minister to build another stadium at Shivarama Karanth Layout through the BDA, where 40 acres have been allocated. Plans are also being discussed to develop a well-equipped stadium in Bidadi.
Commending state government's recent bilingual policy move, Suresh said forcing children to learn three languages could affect their comprehension.
“It is a good decision to make two languages compulsory. Learning a third language should be left to the choice of students and parents,” he said.
Responding to criticism from BJP leaders, he said their tendency is to oppose every decision of the government.
“To please their central leadership, they take a pro-Hindi stance. Instead, they should advocate for the adoption of Kannada in all states,” he said.
When asked about the earlier three-language policy under Congress, he said, “the situation is different now. Today, the focus should be on quality learning. Kannada should remain the primary language, while students and parents can choose an additional language.”
