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Time of India
19-07-2025
- General
- Time of India
2 truckloads of liquor bottles, waste retrieved from KRS backwaters
1 2 3 Mysuru: Two truckloads of liquor bottles and plastic waste discarded at KRS backwaters were retrieved from the river during a special drive by Karnataka Rajya Raita Sangha (KRRS), Mysuru taluk, in association with organisations, including Rotary Club. Authorities are now contemplating imposing a fine of Rs 1,000 on those visitors polluting the area. A massive cleanliness drive was conducted at KRS backwaters on Saturday by KRRS. Over 150 volunteers participated in the five-hour long cleanliness campaign, during which large quantities of liquor bottles, plastic bottles, and plastic waste discarded by visitors were collected. In total, more than two truckloads of garbage were cleared from the site. KRRS Mysuru taluk president Ananduru Prabhakar said, "During the drive, we found the area littered predominantly with liquor bottles and plastic waste. Liquor is now strictly prohibited at KRS backwaters, and police will take stringent action, including a Rs 1,000 fine, against violators." He added that discussions are under way with the Cauvery Neeravari Nigam Limited (CNNL) regarding further beautification of the area. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy the Dip: Top 5 Dividend Stocks with Growth Potential Seeking Alpha Read More Undo "We have requested CNNL to hand over the management of the backwaters to us so that the Ananduru gram panchayat can implement measures like introducing an entry ticket system and ensuring a plastic-free environment," Prabhakar said. Highlighting concerns, Prabhakar said that in the past six months, the location saw an increase in young visitors bringing alcohol, leading to frequent altercations. He urged the police department to post security personnel to monitor the area. Farmer leader Marankaiah, who also took part in the drive, emphasised that efforts are ongoing to transform the backwaters into a cleaner and more attractive destination. The KRRS team reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining the area and preventing further littering, aiming to develop the KRS backwaters into a clean and family-friendly spot for visitors.
The Hindu
18-06-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Land acquisition by KIADB: KRRS threatens protest march to CM's Mysuru residence over delay in compensation payment
Alleging a scam in the payment of compensation for the acquisition of land in Nanjangud taluk's Chikkayyanachatra hobli by the Karnataka Industrial Areas Development Board (KIADB), the Karnataka Rajya Raitha Sangha (KRRS) has threatened to lead a march to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's residence in Mysuru if the issue is not resolved in a week's time. Addressing a press conference in Mysuru on Wednesday, KRRS leader Badagalapura Nagendra said the KIADB acquired about 1,123 acres of land across Immavu, Adakanahalli, and Tandavapura in Chikkayyanachatra hobli of Nanjangud taluk. A part of this acquired land has also been earmarked for the proposed film city to be set up by the State government. About 700 families of farmers from the villages of Immavu, Hulimavu, Immavu Hundi, and Adakanahalli Hundi, who had also submitted applications for compensation under the Geni or tenancy rights, were excluded from payment of compensation, Mr Nagendra pointed out. Following agitations by the aggrieved farmers, the KIADB, at its board meeting, decided to pay an ex gratia amount of ₹4 lakh per farmer with unauthorised cultivation on the acquired land and sanctioned a total of ₹18 crore that was disbursed through the Deputy Commissioner to Nanjangud Tahsildar. Mr. Nagendra alleged that the compensation was distributed to ineligible farmers from different taluks of Chamarajanagar and Mysuru districts, leaving the eligible farmers high and dry. Contending that 'corruption and irregularities' had taken place in the distribution of the compensation, Mr. Nagendra said the farmers are demanding a thorough investigation and punishment for the guilty, adding that genuine cultivators should be provided the compensation they deserved. Despite an agitation by the farmers for the last two weeks during which the matter was brought to the notice of the Deputy Commissioner, the issue has not been resolved. Mr. Nagendra claimed that the applications filed under the Right to Information (RTI) Act seeking details of the compensation paid to the farmers, too, had been denied, raising further suspicion. Hence, he said the farmers have set a deadline of one week for the government to resolve the matter. If not, a protest march will be taken out from the protest site in Nanjangud to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's residence in Mysuru, where a demonstration will be held, Mr. Nagendra warned. Opposition to Cauvery Aarti and Amusement Park Mr. Nagendra highlighted the opposition by the farmers to the government's plan to hold the Cauvery Arati and the construction of an Amusement Park at KRS reservoir. He urged the government to cancel its plan to hold Aarti at KRS reservoir by spending a whopping ₹92 crore. Expressing opposition to the proposed Amusement Park at KRS, Mr. Nagendra said the farmers of Mandya had opposed the project as it posed a threat to the safety of the KRS dam. Similarly, 'anti-people and anti-environment' projects like 'Disneyland' too had to be scrapped following a public outcry, he reminded the government. Fake seeds and Fertilisers Mr. Nagendra expressed concern over the circulation of fake seeds and fertilisers in the market on account of the Agriculture Department's failure to supply the required amount of commodities to the farmers even after the start of monsoon. He urged the government to immediately curb the menace and ensure adequate and timely availability of seeds and fertilisers to the farmers. The KRRS has also extended its support to the 'Devanahalli Chalo' call given by Samyukta Horata Karnataka on June 25 to protest against the forced acquisition of land by KIADB in Channarayapatna hobli in Devanahalli taluk in Bengaluru Rural district.
The Hindu
25-04-2025
- General
- The Hindu
University of Agricultural Sciences-Bangalore to host ‘Raitha Santhe'
Residents of Bengaluru who love to buy fresh and authentic agricultural produce directly from farmers have something to cheer as two such raitha santhes (shandies) are being held in different locations of the city on Saturday. While the Karnataka Rajya Raitha Sangha (KRRS- Collective Leadership) is holding its second edition of 'Raithe Santhe' for two days from Saturday in Rajarajeshwarinagar, the University of Agricultural Sciences-Bengaluru is holding a one-day 'Raitha Santhe' in which products developed by the University and promoted by self help groups will be on display as well as sale at the University's GKVK campus. With this, the residents will get an opportunities visit raitha santhes both in the northern and southern areas of the city. The event, running from 7 am to 4 pm, aims to showcase the university's agricultural activities and products, with a focus on raising awareness among farmers. A variety of items will be displayed and available for purchase, including seeds, bio-fertilizers, aromatic and medicinal plants, agricultural tools, handmade soaps and face creams, ready-to-cook powders, millet-based value-added products, nutritional laddus, bakery goods, and more. These products are developed by UAS and promoted by Self-Help Groups. The event is open to the public.
