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New Indian Express
26-05-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Siddaramaiah skipping meeting disservice to Karnataka: BJP state president Vijayendra
MYSURU: BJP state president B Y Vijayendra criticised Chief Minister Siddaramaiah for skipping the recent NITI Aayog meeting, calling it a disservice to the people of Karnataka. Speaking to media persons ahead of the Basava Jayanti celebrations at Kalamandira here on Sunday, Vijayendra said: 'By absenting himself from such an important meeting, the chief minister has let down the state. Even Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin attended. "Why did our chief minister choose to boycott it? He finds time to participate in protests at Jantar Mantar against the Central government, yet skips meetings convened by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Clearly, politics is the state government's priority.' He accused the chief minister of consistently taking a confrontational stance against the Centre since coming to power, warning that such actions are not in Karnataka's best interest. Flays closure of Janaushadhi Kendras Vijayendra also condemned the state government's decision to suspend the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Kendras (PMBJKs) operating within government hospital premises across Karnataka.
Time of India
25-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
CM misses Niti Aayog meet; none to read his speech
Bengaluru: Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah did not attend Niti Aayog meeting on Saturday – conspicuous in itself as it was meant for CMs – but took quick damage-control steps a day later, claiming it's not a "boycott" and had to give the meeting a miss due to "pre-rescheduled programmes" in his home district of Mysuru. While Karnataka's dissent over alleged injustice by the Centre in resource sharing with states is well known, the CM did not say he chose to stay away from the meeting. The CMs from Tamil Nadu, Telangana and Himachal Pradesh, among others, were present. The gaffe was more glaring since there was no representative from Karnataka at the meeting to read out Siddaramaiah's speech. In an afterthought, the CMO released a statement in which Siddaramaiah acknowledged the importance of Niti Aayog meet and expressed inability to attend the event in person. "Although I'm unable to attend this very important meeting in person, it is an honour to share my thoughts on the significant topic of 'India at 2047 and Karnataka's Role in Nation Building'," he said in the statement. For the record, the CM attended a series of local events, including inauguration of Indira Canteens and Basava Jayanti, in Mysuru on Saturday. CMO sources said Siddaramaiah "could not depute" anybody else since the Centre informed the state govts that the meet was for the CMs. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 47 Jahre Gelenkschmerzen mit Oma-Tipp fast kein Problem mehr Gesunde Apotheke Undo It is a normal practice that revenue minister Krishna Byregowda represents Siddaramaiah at GST Council meetings. Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan had initially deputed finance minister Bala Gopal, but pulled him back. Economists and political parties have taken exception to the CM's absence. CM's economic advisor Basavaraj Rayareddi said, "The Niti Aayog meet is meant to be attended by CMs. But there is no hard-and-fast rule. First, Siddaramaiah, being one of the senior-most CMs in the country and an expert in public finance, should have attended it. Second, he should have reached out to the Centre. This will be taken care of in the future. " Experts said progressive states like Karnataka should always be at the forefront of forums like Niti Aayog with valuable suggestions. "The Niti Aayog is the only forum where CMs get an opportunity to interact directly with the Prime Minister. No state should miss it. The Centre should be constructive and ensure adequate time for CMs to air their views at the meet," said D Rajashekhar, director of Institute for Social and Economic Change (ISEC). The CMO statement highlighted the state's initiatives in the green energy sector and establishing Karnataka as South Asia's Electric Vehicle capital in the next 1,000 days. He also highlighted the success of Karnataka model of universal basic income through the implementation of guarantee schemes.
The Hindu
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Over 1,300 people present Savirada Vachana as part of Basava Jayanthi programme
Shivamogga Savirada Vachana, the presentation of Basavanna's vachanas by more than 1,300 people, received an impressive response in Shivamogga on Friday evening. People from different walks of life presented 38 Vachanas of Basavanna, the social reformer of the 12th century, as part of the Basava Jayanti programme at Allama Prabhu Park in the city, under the guidance of 13 music teachers and singers. The programme was organised by the Basava Jayanthi celebrations committee under the guidance of Mallikarjun Murugharajendra Swamy of Bekkina Kalmatha and Basava Marulasidda Swamy of Basava Kendra in Shivamogga. A team of expert singers, including Nagaraj Guruguha, Janardhana (Janni), K. Yuvaraj, Mallige Sudhir, and Humayun Harlapur, took the lead and conducted several training sessions for people who voluntarily registered to take part in the programme. Initially, the organisers wanted to involve 1,000 singers. But many more volunteered to take part. Finally, more than 1,300 people, including students, senior citizens, private sector employees, teachers, and homemakers, presented vachanas in the tune composed by noted singer and music director C. Ashwath. The organisers had made a special stage to accommodate the singers. Before the presentation of each song, Basava Marulasidda Swamy briefed the audience about the importance of the vachana. Mallikarjun Murugharajendra Swamy, speaking on the occasion, expressed happiness about the concept and organisation of the programme through which the message of vachanas reached the larger masses, he added. Dhananjay Sarji, MLC and treasurer of the organising committee, said that the programme was a record of sorts. Nowhere else have so many people assembled to present Basavanna's vachanas. He thanked the people of Shivamogga for gathering in huge numbers to witness the programme. Avinash Kavi of Belagavi gave a special lecture on the vachanas. Former MLC S. Rudre Gowda, Shivamogga Lok Sabha member B.Y. Raghavendra, legislators S.N. Channabasappa, D.S. Arun, and others participated.
The Hindu
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
1,000 persons to present vachanas of Basavanna in Shivamogga on May 9
Shivamogga As many as 1,000 persons will be presenting vachanas (verses touching upon philosophical and spiritual topics) of Basavanna in a programme titled 'Savidara Vachana' to mark Basava Jayanti celebrations at Allama Prabhu Park in Shivamogga on May 9. The group will present 38 vachanas in the programme. Briefing about the programme at a press conference in Shivamogga on May 6, Mallikarjuna Murugharajendra Swamy of Bekkina Kalmatha said that it was an innovative programme to spread the message and essence of vachanas among the people. 'Vachanas are defined as verses of people who practised what they preached. Shivamogga is a land of more than 40 sharanas who were part of the vachana movement led by Basavanna in the 12th century. The programme will set a record for the maximum number of people reciting vachanas. They will be doing so from a specially designed stage,' the seer said. Basava Marulasidda Swamy of Basava Kendra said that the programme received an impressive response. 'More than 1,200 persons registered to take part in the programme. Among them are people from outside Karnataka, and those who have come from overseas,' he said. Former MLC S. Rudre Gowda, who heads the committee to celebrate Basava Jayanti, said that the singers would present the vachanas as composed by noted singer and music director late C. Ashwath. A team of expert singers, including Nagaraj Guruguha, Janardana (Janni), K. Yuvaraj, and Humayun Harlapu, had been training the singers. 'We are expecting a good audience for the programme that would begin at 5.30 p.m. on May 9,' he said. MLC Dhananjay Sarji, secretary of organising committee Jyoti Prakash, and treasurer H.C. Yogesh were present at the press conference.
The Hindu
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Procession marks Basava Jayanti in Belagavi
Members of various Veerashaiva and Lingayat organisations participated in a procession taken out as part of Basava Jayanti in Belagavi on Sunday. Folk artists performed along the procession route that began at Rani Channamma Circle and ended at RLS College Grounds. They raised slogans in favour of Basavanna and chanted his Vachanas. The procession was part of a series of events orgaised as part of Basava Jayanti for the past week. Minister Laxmi Hebbalkar, MP Jagadish Shettar, MLAs Asif (Raju) Sait and Babasaheb Patil and Duryodhan Aihole, the former Rajya Sabha member Prabhakar Kore, the former MLC Mahantesh Kavatagimath, community leaders Ratnaprabha Bellad, Basavaraj Rotti, Lingaraj Jagajampi, Basavaraj Sontanavar and others were present.
