Sanitary pads meant for schoolgirls burnt in Kalaburagi, public anger mounts
Kalaburagi: Sanitary pads meant to be distributed free of cost to adolescent girls under the Karnataka government's 'Shuchi Scheme' were found burnt at the Farhatabad Primary Health Centre on the outskirts of Kalaburagi city.
The sanitary pads, worth several lakhs of rupees, were reportedly discovered during the demolition of an old building on the premises. Thousands of unused pads, which were intended for eligible high school and college-going girls, were allegedly stored in a godown without distribution. Instead of distributing them, health department officials allegedly set them ablaze, triggering widespread public outrage.
Local residents and community leaders have strongly condemned the act and demanded action against the officials responsible. They questioned why such a crucial health resource was hoarded and ultimately destroyed instead of being provided to the intended beneficiaries.
Videos showing piles of sanitary pads burning have gone viral on social media, intensifying the backlash and leading to demands for accountability.
In response, Dr. Sharanabasappa Kyatnal, District Health and Family Welfare Officer, has issued a notice to the RCH district official, the taluk health officer, and the medical officer of the health centre. The notice calls for a detailed investigation and submission of a report within 24 hours.
“A thorough inquiry has been ordered into the incident of burning sanitary pads at Farhatabad PHC. A clear explanation is expected within 24 hours,” said Dr. Kyatanal.
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Five held in double murder case in K'taka, mastermind shot at during escape bid
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Vijayapura (PTI): Five people were arrested on Tuesday in connection with a double murder case, including the alleged mastermind Akshay Juljule, who was shot in the leg while allegedly trying to escape from police custody.
Speaking to reporters, Superintendent of Police Laxman Nimbargi said, “When the police went to arrest, Juljule tried to flee the spot in a bike. The police first fired in the air, and when the accused attempted to flee, he was shot in the leg.”
Juljule, against whom three cases have been registered, has been taken to the hospital for treatment.
Two policemen were also injured during the operation and admitted to the hospital.
The double murder occurred on Sunday in Kannur village of Vijayapura taluk. The victims were identified as Sagar Belundagi (25) and Isahak Khureshi (24). They were allegedly stoned to death by a group of assailants.
According to police, the killings were an act of revenge.
SP Nimbargi said, “The accused murdered Sagar and Isahak due to this old enmity.”
Those arrested have been identified as Muthana Gowda, Santosh, Sanjay, Bharat, and Akshay. A case of murder has been registered at the Vijayapura Rural Police Station.
Further investigation is underway.
