Minister Jarkiholi issues stern warning to officials failing in performing duties
Belagavi: District minister
Satish Jarkiholi
issued a strong warning to govt officials in Belagavi, stating that those who fail to understand and carry out their responsibilities will not be tolerated.
Speaking to the media here on Monday, Jarkiholi said, "We cannot be held accountable for the failures of officials. Law & order situation in the city has deteriorated. As a result, city police commissioner Iada Martin Marbaniang was transferred," clarifying the reason behind the sudden transfer of the police commissioner.
Stating that 'many incidents could be avoided if the officials took timely preventive measures,' minister Jarkiholi indirectly mentioned the failure of the city police in handling the case of burning Quran and Hadith copies in Santibastwad village, on the outskirts of the city, three weeks ago.
"Police must act responsibly. The commissioner's transfer serves as a clear message to all departmental officials," he said.
Regarding development issues, the minister said: "We are willing to cooperate with officials, but not every task can be directed by the CM or me. Officials who neglect development responsibilities or fail to maintain law & order have no place in this district."
Responding to criticism from the opposition regarding delays in disbursing funds under the Gruha Lakshmi Scheme, the minister clarified that funds have, at times, been credited twice in a month.
"It's unreasonable to demand that the money be credited specifically on the 30th of each month. The govt has implemented guarantee schemes and allocated the necessary funds," he stated.
Jarkiholi also raised concerns over the allocation of water from Hidkal dam to industries in Hubballi–Dharwad, saying it was done without his knowledge. "Previously, we halted the project. However, the Water Resources Department resumed work, and a tender was issued.
About 2.5 tmcft of water has been earmarked for industrial use. Before such allocations are made, the CM and deputy CM must consult us. As more industries are expected to arrive in the Belagavi district, we will need adequate water to support them," he argued.
Addressing recent remarks by actor Kamal Haasan about the Kannada language, Jarkiholi condemned them. "Kannada is an ancient language with a history spanning thousands of years. While we are unclear about the context in which the statement was made, he must apologise to the people of Karnataka," the minister asserted.
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