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Time of India
28-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
CM lays foundation stones for development projects in Mandya
Mandya: Chief minister Siddaramaiah inaugurated and laid foundation stones for projects worth 1,146.7 crore in Maddur, Mandya district, on Monday. Speaking after inaugurating and laying the foundation stone for various projects under 16 different departments, Siddaramaiah launched a scathing counter to the BJP's claims of stalled development. "This is our answer to the BJP's false propaganda that there are no funds for development," declared the CM. "The Cauvery Neeravari Nigama Limited alone has undertaken Rs 560 crore worth of projects in just two years," he pointed out, challenging the BJP to list its contributions during its four-year rule in Maddur. Siddaramaiah said his govt has supported local industries by clearing long-pending power dues and sanctioning Rs 52 crore for the Mandya Sugar Factory's revival. An additional Rs 10 crore is now approved for its further development. In response to requests from the Milk Producers' Association, the govt provided a Rs 5-per-litre subsidy and continues to extend support to the dairy sector. The CM underscored the establishment of an Agricultural University in Mandya, along with necessary budget allocations, as evidence of his govt's focus on rural and agrarian progress. The CM praised Maddur MLA KM Uday. "He speaks less and works more," the CM said. He also announced govt approval for Uday's long-pending proposal for a 100-feet road project in Maddur city. DCM DK Shivakumar emphasised his deep commitment to Mandya and announced major irrigation initiatives, including Rs 500 crore for canal development and water supply to Malavalli. Highlighting Congress' welfare agenda, he cited CM Siddaramaiah's Rs 4 lakh crore budget, out of which Rs 1 lakh crore is directed toward public welfare—free electricity for farmers, 10kg rice per family, Rs 2,000 monthly for women, and youth unemployment benefits. "No other govt in India has offered such wide range of guarantees," he said. The DCM gave a firm message to JD(S) leaders. "Don't waste your time. This is Congress's time," he said. Reflecting on Maddur's rich history and leaders like SM Krishna, Shivakumar said, "Congress built this land and will build its future too. Let's rise beyond politics and support progress together." District minister Cheluvarayaswamy, ministers HC Mahadevappa, Krishna Byre Gowda, Dinesh Gundu Rao, Rahim Khan, K Venkatesh, MLA Ravi Ganiga, and MLC Dinesh Gooligowda were present. CM blames Centre Siddaramaiah accused the Union govt of neglecting farmers by failing to supply the required quantity of fertilisers. "We wrote to the Centre demanding a fertiliser supply. It's been a week with no response. I urge BJP MPs and Union ministers from Karnataka, including Mandya MP HD Kumaraswamy, to act and get the required fertilisers from the centre," he stated.
Time of India
21-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Former bonded labourers get essential identity documents
Mandya: The zilla panchayat launched a programme to bring 86 identified former bonded labourers into the mainstream by providing them with 13 essential govt identity documents, announced district minister N Cheluvarayaswamy. Speaking at the inauguration of an identity card distribution and health check-up programme for families of former bonded labourers in Maddur taluk, he emphasised the govt's commitment to eradicating bonded labour, which is illegal yet persists due to poverty and lack of awareness. Despite the illegality of bonded labour, some individuals continue to fall victim to it, due to economic hardship. The minister highlighted that among the 86 identified individuals—82 men and 4 women—the lack of govt documents was a barrier to accessing benefits. "To address this, the district administration is providing these individuals with critical documents, including Aadhaar cards, so that they can avail benefits of the govt schemes and lead dignified, self-reliant lives. Health check-ups are also being conducted as part of the initiative," he said. Maddur MLA KM Uday detailed the documents being provided, which include Aadhaar cards, caste and income certificates, ration cards, voter IDs, personal bank savings accounts, pensions under various schemes, Ayushman Bharat health cards, health insurance (PMJJBY, PMSBY), e-shram cards, UDID cards, Bhagyalakshmi scheme benefits, and MGNREGA job cards. These documents aim to empower former bonded labourers to live independently. ZP CEO KR Nandini stated that under the 'Sanjivini' campaign, eligible women from these families are being integrated into self-help groups under the NRLM scheme to access benefits and achieve self-reliance. Additionally, the RSETI programme is providing vocational training to eligible youth from these families to enhance their employability. "Under the 'e-swattu' and 'my identity' campaigns, the district achieved a milestone by providing over 49 e-property documents, 172 e-shram cards, more than 180 self-help group registrations, 10 caste and income certificates, and over 180 PMJJBY/PMSBY and UDID cards, along with MGNREGA benefits, to support the self-respect and livelihoods of former bonded labourers and their families. Additionally, the Bharatinagar GP is distributing free solar lights and sewing machines to these families to further aid their rehabilitation," she explained.
