Over 1,800 tribal households in Karnataka to receive permanent electricity for first time: Report
Bengaluru: In a significant development for the tribal communities in the deep forests of Chamarajanagar district, more than 1,800 households are reportedly set to receive permanent electricity for the first time. Officials have reportedly noted that the project, which aims to enhance the quality of life for these residents, is being executed with their consent.
The initiative, spearheaded by the district administration at a cost of Rs 42 crore, will utilise underground cables for power supply, as reported by Deccan Herald on Monday. This decision was made after the forest department rejected plans for overhead cabling. Once connected to the power grid, lamps will illuminate streets and allow households to enjoy the conveniences that come with having electricity, such as operating home appliances or any other equipment.
Shilpa Nag, the Deputy Commissioner of Chamarajanagar, explained that previous attempts to provide independent solar connections were limited in scope and challenging to maintain due to the remote and forested locations of these households. "Through this comprehensive project, we want to enable full electrification to benefit nearly 1,854 tribal households living in remote parts so they can enjoy a better quality of life. All of this is happening with their consent and necessary permissions,” Shilpa was quoted as saying by the news outlet.
She further noted that, under the Chief Minister's direction, the work has been accelerated, adding that cabling is expected to commence within the next 15 days and be completed within four months.
The district administration worked with the Chamundeshwari Electricity Supply Corporation Limited (CESC) and the forest department over the past six months to develop the proposal and secure the required approvals. The project is reportedly in its final stages of obtaining forest clearance from the forest department, which is clearing each of the nine proposals that covers 22 haadis (settlements).
Santhosh Kumar, Deputy Conservator of Forests, MM Hills Division in Kollegal, noted that approvals for two remaining areas are pending but will be done soon. The proposals have been carefully modified to minimise disturbance to animal corridors.
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Bengaluru woman groped, beaten, dragged on road after rejecting man’s advances
Bengaluru: A 21-year-old woman was allegedly assaulted in broad daylight in Bengaluru after she rejected repeated relationship advances from a man she had met through social media. The incident, which was captured on CCTV, took place on December 22 around 3.20 pm, NDTV reported.
According to police, the accused, identified as Naveen Kumar, had been in contact with the woman after connecting with her on Instagram earlier this year. While they initially remained in touch through calls and messages, the man reportedly began pressuring her to enter into a relationship, which she refused.
On the day of the incident, the footage shows the woman standing beside a scooty, believed to be an online ride, when the accused arrives at the spot in a car. He is seen taking her purse and checking it before moving towards her and groping her.
The man then repeatedly hits the woman on her head and back and drags her along the road. Despite the presence of two to three bystanders at the scene, no one intervened to help the victim.
The victim later approached the police and filed a complaint. Based on her statement, an FIR was registered, and Naveen Kumar was taken into custody. Police said further investigation is underway.
