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Time of India
7 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
MLC urges transport min to upgrade KSRTC bus stand
Mangaluru: MLC Manjunath Bhandary urged transport minister Ramalinga Reddy to upgrade and develop the KSRTC bus station into a high-tech bus terminal and to initiate the operation of electric buses. The bus station, located in the heart of Mangaluru, was approved in 1980 and constructed with an estimated grant of Rs 60 lakh in 1986. In a letter to the minister, Bhandary requested that the bus station be upgraded to a high-tech bus terminal with modern facilities, similar to those in other districts, with an estimated grant of Rs 120 crore, along with the initiation of electric bus operations in the city. Mangaluru is one of the major commercial cities in the country, serving as a port city and a significant trading hub in Karnataka, due to its conducive commercial activities. Thousands of people from across the country and abroad visit the city daily for tourism and educational purposes. Currently, the bus station spans 3.6 acres, with a terminal building covering 4,702sqm, a commercial area of 814sqm, a two-wheeler parking area of 305sqm, a car parking area of 608sqm, an autorickshaw stand of 171sqm, and restrooms of 1,564sqm. The letter details that over the past 39 years, the station was maintained with minimal funding, with no efforts made to upgrade it with modern facilities. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Secure Your Child's Future with Strong English Fluency Planet Spark Learn More Undo Approximately 585 buses from various sectors arrive and depart from the station daily, with around 25,000 passengers relying on it directly and indirectly. Mangaluru, being one of the cities with the highest tax-paying individuals and organisations through various industries, demands an upgrade to the station's capacity in line with the times, similar to high-tech bus terminals in other states, Bhandary urged. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Eid wishes , messages , and quotes !
Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Don't label persons with criminal background as Hindu activist: Bhandary
Mangaluru: KPCC working president and MLC Manjunath Bhandary strongly objected to individuals with criminal backgrounds being referred to as Hindu activists. He told reporters on Wednesday, that those affiliated with right-wing organisations like the Bajrang Dal or others should be identified by their organisation name, and not as representatives of the Hindu community. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now "We too are Hindus, I identify myself as a Congress functionary. It is unacceptable to misuse religion for political gain and to shield those spreading hatred," he said. He expressed dismay that individuals facing multiple criminal cases and even externment proceedings were being referred to as Hindu leaders. Referring to the recent murder of Abdul Rahiman, Bhandary highlighted the irony that Rahiman previously donated blood to the father of one of the accused. "He was called under the pretext to provide sand and was then assaulted. Isn't this betrayal? Hindu leaders must condemn such acts as they go against the core values of Hinduism and the Constitution," he said. Criticising the BJP, Bhandary said the party failed to counter the Congress on the development front, and has hence resorted to backdoor politics by sowing the seeds of communal hatred in the minds of people. "The murder of Abdul Rahiman was an outcome of such brainwashing, and those engaged in such acts should also be punished," he said. He also voiced concern that such incidents were tarnishing the image of coastal Karnataka. "Though these incidents are concentrated within a 10km radius of Mangaluru, the entire region is being unfairly portrayed. This, at a time when the govt is preparing to boost tourism and attract investments to the coast," he said. Referring to the Dakshina Kannada district police initiating the process of externment against 36 people, he said that one must note that a majority belong to two taluks. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Bhandary said that the KPCC fact-finding committee comprising MP Syed Naseer Hussain, MLA NA Haris, MLC Manjunath Bhandary, AICC secretary Roji M John, KPCC vice-president VR Sudarshan, former minister Kimmane Ratnakar, and former MP K Jayaprakash Hegde will tour the coastal districts from Thursday. The team will study the socio-political atmosphere and meet senior Congress leaders, the deputy commissioner, police commissioner, SP, business figures, religious leaders, labour unions, intellectuals, artists, and civil society members. They will also visit affected areas and meet families of victims before submitting a report.
Time of India
28-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Congress urges Siddaramaiah to form special team to probe murders in Dakshina Kannada
Bengaluru: In the wake of a series of murders that triggered communal tension in Dakshina Kannada district, Congress working president Manjunath Bhandary, in a letter to chief minister Siddaramaiah, demanded the formation of a special investigation team (SIT) to investigate the incidents. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Bhandary said the SIT should be led by an officer of additional director general of police (ADGP) rank. "Strict legal action against those disrupting peace in coastal districts is necessary, and hence the govt should form an SIT and appoint special prosecutors to handle these cases in court," said Bhandary. He said communal tension has persisted in Dakshina Kannada, with incidents of murder and stabbing being frequently reported over the past few months. He said a few anti-social elements are "inciting communal tensions and making provocative statements and disturbing the peace". "These incidents not only tarnish the reputation of the entire coastal region but also hinder development," said Bhandary. "If not controlled, this communal mindset may spread to other districts. The govt must take this seriously and implement strict legal measures to prevent such incidents in the future." He suggested the home department prevent politicians from the region from making provocative speeches. He said provocative messages, warnings, and threats are circulating on social media, and cases have already been filed against individuals with such mindsets. However, no arrests were made. He said immediate strict action is necessary in such cases and police should keep rowdy-sheeters under special surveillance. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now He said gun licences issued to individuals with criminal backgrounds should be re-evaluated. BJP condemns Pumpwell's arrest State BJP president, BY Vijayendra, condemned the arrest of Sharan Pumpwell, a VHP activist. This arrest, by Mangaluru police, followed Pumpwell's call for a bandh in Dakshina Kannada district in the wake of the murder of Suhas Shetty, a rowdy-sheeter and pro-Hindu activist. "Pumpwell's arrest is highly condemnable," said Vijayendra. "Hindus get no protection when Congress comes to the helm in the state. The govt intimidates pro-Hindu activists through police action and arrests them for trivial reasons, seemingly filing false cases to threaten them."
Time of India
14-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
BJP minister's remarks against Col Sofiya condemned
Mangaluru: KPCC working president and MLC Manjunath Bhandary strongly condemned the remarks made by BJP minister from Madhya Pradesh Kunwar Vijay Shah against Col Sofiya Qureshi . He demanded that the minister be booked for told reporters on Wednesday, "Sofiya is the pride of Karnataka. She is our daughter-in-law and a decorated officer. The BJP minister's statement reflects his regressive mindset."Responding to allegations that a rowdy was appointed president of the Kukke Subrahmanya Temple management committee, Bhandary clarified that he looked into the matter. "Yes, there was a case against Harish Injadi in the past, but he was acquitted. There are no pending cases against him now," he asked about Congress leader Amala Ramachandra's alleged derogatory post against the Prime Minister, Bhandary said he was not aware of the post and would look into also condemned provocative social media posts, especially on WhatsApp being circulated in the name of writer and activist Chakravarthi Sulibele even as Operation Sindoor was ongoing. Further, calling for accountability and transparency, Bhandary reiterated the Congress demand to convene a special session of Parliament to discuss the Pahalgam terror attack, Operation Sindoor, and the ceasefire announcement.
New Indian Express
06-05-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
BJP branded Suhas Hindutva activist for political gain, says Congress leader Manjunath Bhandary
MANGALURU: KPCC working president Manjunath Bhandary slammed the BJP and Sangh Pariwar for 'glorifying' rowdy-sheeter Suhas Shetty as a Hindutva activist, and asked them whether Keerthi, a Dalit, whom Shetty had allegedly murdered, was not a Hindu. Talking to reporters here on Monday, Bhandary asked why BJP leaders did not object when Shetty was added to the rowdy-sheeter list during the previous BJP government. 'Shetty is being branded as a Hindutva leader just for political gain. Out of five cases lodged against Shetty, he had committed three crimes against Hindus,' Bhandary pointed out. Referring to the statements of BJP leaders, Bhandary said it looked as if they were waiting for the murder to take place to reap political benefits.
