Minister Sharanprakash Patil warns legal action against defamation of Koppal Medical Institute
Koppal: Medical Education Minister Dr. Sharanprakash Patil has issued a warning against any attempts to tarnish the reputation of the Koppal Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS). The minister, expressing confidence in the institute's efficiency, stated that strict legal action would be taken against those found responsible for defaming KIMS.
During a meeting held on Friday with the directors, department heads, and professors of KIMS, Dr. Patil emphasized that there would be zero tolerance for any irregularities, whether in the appointment of medical and non-medical staff or in the procurement of equipment for the institute. He urged the administrative board members to operate in a manner that would set KIMS as a model for other medical science institutions.
Dr. Patil informed the attendees that the tendering process for upcoming works on the KIMS premises had been completed, and construction would soon begin. He stressed that maintaining quality would be the board's responsibility and instructed members to issue notices to contractors who have compromised on work standards. He further highlighted the importance of assessing the condition of existing buildings before commencing new work to ensure the contractors meet the required quality standards.
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Acknowledging the need for improved medical facilities in the region, Dr. Patil emphasized the importance of smooth functioning across all committees formed at KIMS. He also addressed concerns about ragging in medical colleges, urging the panel members to create a safe and fear-free environment for students.
During the meeting, Vishwanath Itagi informed the minister that the state government had approved the filling of 81 vacant posts at KIMS, with 49 positions already filled. Recruitment for the remaining 32 vacancies is still in progress.
The meeting was also attended by MP Rajashekhar Hitnal, MLA K Raghavendra Hitnal, MLC Hemalatha Nayak, Director of the Department of Medical Education Dr. Sujatha Rathod, and Koppal Deputy Commissioner Nalin Atul.
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Nagaland bypoll: Nearly 20 pc voter turnout recorded in Koridang seat in first two hours
Kohima (PTI): Nearly 20 per cent of 22,382 electors exercised their franchise in Nagaland's Koridang Assembly bypoll in the first two hours of polling on Thursday, officials said.
The voting that commenced at 7 am across all 30 polling stations has so far been peaceful, they said.
The polling will continue till 4 pm.
Security has been significantly tightened across the constituency following violence on April 5 and 6, in which one person died, and several vehicles were damaged.
The byelection was necessitated by the demise of sitting BJP MLA Imkong L. Imchen in November last year.
A total of 22,382 electors, including 11,071 women, are eligible to decide the fate of six candidates in the fray.
The ruling People’s Democratic Alliance (PDA) has fielded BJP nominee Daochier I. Imchen, while the Congress candidate is T. Chalukumba Ao. The National People’s Party (NPP) has nominated I. Abenjang, while the Independent candidates are Imchatoba Imchen, Imtiwapang, and Toshikaba.
Of the 30 polling stations, 13 have been categorised as vulnerable and 17 as critical, prompting deployment of additional security personnel and intensified surveillance measures. Two polling stations have been designated as all-women booths.
Counting of votes is scheduled for May 4.
