New airport in Shivamogga already in controversy as netizens object to Hindi announcement
Karnataka Minister responds
Shivamogga witnessed the historic arrival of its first flight from Bengaluru on Wednesday afternoon, marking a significant milestone for the region. However, a wave of discontent surged through social media as a few netizens expressed their dissatisfaction with the Hindi language announcement displayed at the airport. Given that both Shivamogga and Bengaluru primarily uphold Kannada as their language, questions were raised about the appropriateness of having announcements in Hindi.
One user, Rupesh Ranjanna, took to social media to voice his concern. He shared a snapshot of a digital notice board at Shivamogga airport, showcasing the Hindi announcement. In his post, he asserted, "This is not some Hindi state, this is Karnataka. Hindi is not required here. Remove this and put it in Kannada." Notably, the Shivamogga airport, now operated by the Karnataka government, initiated its flight services between Bengaluru and Shivamogga.
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Karnataka Industries and Commerce Minister, MB Patil, responded to the tweet by assuring that only Kannada and English would be given priority. He acknowledged the issue and stated, "This has not come to my notice, I will definitely discuss with concerned officials! Kannada and English will be prioritized."
Thursday heralded another momentous occasion as the inaugural commercial domestic flight landed at the Kuvempu Airport in Shivamogga. Notable figures, including former Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa and State Minister for Industries MB Patil, were present on the flight that traversed from Bengaluru to Shivamogga. The flight, operated by IndiGo Airlines, marked the commencement of daily services between the two cities, thereby enhancing connectivity for the region.
This had not come to my notice, will definitely discuss with concerned officials! Kannada and English will be prioritized # ಕನ್ನಡ in ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ https://t.co/PzC2Jx3TLP
— M B Patil (@MBPatil) August 31, 2023
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Rickelton's ton in vain as SRH beat MI by 6 wickets
Mumbai (PTI): Ryan Rickelton's whirlwind unbeaten ton was overshadowed by Heinrich Klaasen's unbeaten 65 as Sunrisers Hyderabad defeated Mumbai Indians by six wickets in an IPL match here on Wednesday.
Chasing an imposing 244-run target, Travis Head (76 off 30) and Abhishek Sharma (45 off 24) shared 129 runs for the opening wicket to set the platform for SRH.
Klaasen (65 not out off 30 balls) then displayed his all-round hitting abilities to guide SRH home with the help of Nitish Kumar Reddy (21) and Salil Arora (30 not out off 10) in 18.4 overs.
Earlier, Rickelton's knock powered MI to 243 for five.
MI rode on a 93-run stand between Rickelton (123 not out off 55 balls) and Will Jacks (46 off 22) in 7.1 overs for the opening stand to power the side.
MI skipper Hardik Pandya scored a valuable 31 off 15 balls before being dismissed.
Praful Hinge (2/54), Eshan Malinga (1/29), Sakib Hasan (1/39) and Nitish Kumar Reddy (1/31) were the wicket-takers for SRH.
Brief Scores:
Mumbai Indian: 243 for 5 in 20 overs (Ryan Rickelton 123 not out; Praful Hinge 2/54).
Sunrisers Hyderabad: 249 for 4 in 18.4 overs (Travis Head 76, Heinrich Klaasen 65 not out; AM Ghazanfar 2/51).
