Three die, 35 take ill after drinking ‘contaminated' piped water
Bhadravati: Three persons died, and 35 others admitted to hospital following acute gastroenteritis reportedly caused by consuming contaminated piped drinking water supplied by the gram panchayat at Maidolalu village in Bhadravati taluk.
As many as 38 persons from the village were admitted to McGann hospital, and another private hospital following complaints of vomiting, diarrhoea, and stomach ache.
Shivappa (75), and his son Hanumanthappa (35) failed to respond to the treatment and died. Panchaksharappa (64), also breathed his last on Monday morning.
"Consumption of the contaminated piped drinking water is suspected to be the reason for the outbreak of gastroenteritis. The water samples collected from two overhead tanks in the village and the house of the patients have been sent to the laboratory" District Health Officer Hanumanthappa C. told.
He said some of the patients had displayed strong symptoms of cholera too.
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“Uthkarsh 2024” brings together talent, creativity at Bearys Knowledge Campus
Mangalore: Bearys Knowledge Campus in Inoli, Mangalore, hosted a vibrant inter-school and inter-college competition, "Uthkarsh 2024," organized by the Bearys Group of Institutions. The event drew 430 students from 25 schools and colleges across Dakshina Kannada and Kasaragod districts, providing a platform to showcase their talents and creativity.
The day featured a variety of competitions, including quizzes, science rangoli, e-waste model creation, working model presentations, photography, and treasure hunts. The contests were designed to inspire and challenge high school and PU students, fostering innovation and teamwork.
Winners were rewarded with cash prizes totaling ₹1 lakh, along with mementos and certificates, recognizing their creativity and intellectual efforts.
The valedictory ceremony was attended by several distinguished guests, including Dr. Azeez Musthafa, Principal of BIES, Arch. Khaleel Razak, Principal of BEADS, BK Abdul Latheef, Principal of BIPUC, Prof. Prithviraj, Director of BITP, Dr. Abdullah Gubbi, HOD of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Dr. Nalini Rebello, HOD of Civil Engineering, Dr. Anjum Khan, HOD of Basic Science, Dr. Vasanth Kumar, HOD of Mechanical Engineering, Prof. Sinan, HOD of Computer Science Engineering, and Dr. Mehboob Mujawar, HOD of AI & DS Engineering. Mrs. Prafulla, the program coordinator, played a crucial role in organizing the event.
The event coordinators ensured the smooth execution of the competitions throughout the day. “Uthkarsh 2024” was celebrated as a remarkable initiative that encouraged students to push boundaries and excel in their respective fields, while also promoting teamwork and innovation.
