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Time of India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Jagjivan Ram dedicated his life for working class: Minister
Mysuru: Food and Civil Supplies minister KH Muniyappa on Friday said former deputy Prime Minister Babu Jagjivan Ram was a great leader who dedicated his life to the development of the oppressed, marginalised, and working class communities. His thoughts continue to inspire the youth of our society, he said. Muniyappa addressed the gathering after inaugurating a state-level seminar that focused on Babu Jagjivan Ram's contributions, which was organised by the Dr Babu Jagjivan Ram Study, Research, and Extension Center of Karnataka State Open University. The state govt has established Babu Jagjivan Ram study centres in nine universities across the state to raise social, educational, and economic awareness among the grassroots communities through seminars, conferences, and other programmes, he said. The construction of a research institute and a large building for Dr Babu Jagjivan Ram centre at a cost of Rs 100 crore serves as a model for the entire nation. These research institutes and buildings aim to pass on Jagjivan Ram's thoughts to future generations and use his ideas to eliminate social inequalities, thereby establishing a just society. "We all need to be aware and work towards this goal," he said. Social welfare minister HC Mahadevappa, vice-chancellor of Karnataka State Open University Sharanappa Halse, registrar Naveen Kumar, and director of Dr Babu Jagjivan Ram Research and Extension Center Sharanamma were present.
The Hindu
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Karnataka government's pro-poor schemes in sync with the vision of Ambedkar, Jagjivan Ram, says Minister
Minister for Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs K.H. Muniyappa said here on Friday that the five guarantee schemes of the Karnataka government were in sync with the vision of B.R. Ambedkar and Babu Jagjivan Ram, and that the government was serving the cause of social justice. He was speaking at a seminar on 'Contributions of Babu Jagjivan Ram' conducted by the Karnataka State Open University (KSOU). Resource persons and speakers paid tribute to Jagjivan Ram's commitment to social justice and empowerment of the socially oppressed classes. Mr. Muniyappa said that Jagjivan Ram gave a voice to the oppressed section of the society, and like Ambedkar, used caste as a tool for social justice. This, he said, has to be contrasted with the present times where some forces use caste as a political weapon. He referred to the SC/ST Sub-Plan Act, 2013, introduced by the Congress government in the State, and pointed out that it mandates that a portion of the State's allocable budget be earmarked for Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs) in proportion to their population. This, the Minister said, helps in the upliftment of the Dalits as envisaged by Ambedkar and Jagjivan Ram. Paying tributes to Jagjivan Ram and his contribution in various capacities, Mr. Muniyappa said that the former stood for social equality and equal rights for the oppressed classes. The contribution of Jagjivan Ram as the Minister for Food and Agriculture, and the policies initiated by him which culminated in the Green Revolution, was also highlighted by him. On the prevailing situation with respect to the oppressed communities, the Minister said that although Dalit students receive reservation in schools and colleges, they continue to face social exploitation or discrimination. In universities and academic institutions, Dalit scholars struggle to receive equal recognition, while caste-based violence, atrocities, and land rights violations against Dalits still persist in some regions, he added. The Minister described Babu Jagjivan Ram as the model for a society which prioritised the development of all communities, especially the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes and it was in the fitness of things that the Government of Karnataka has established Babu Jagjivan Ram study centres in nine universities across the State, including the KSOU in Mysuru. Through these centres, seminars, conferences, and other programmes are being organised to create social, educational, and economic awareness among the marginalised communities. Minister for Social Welfare H.C. Mahadevappa inaugurated the seminar, and KSOU Vice-Chancellor Sharanappa V. Halse, Registrar Naveen Kumar, Director of Babu Jagjivan Ram Research Centre Sharanamma, and others, were present.
The Hindu
03-07-2025
- General
- The Hindu
KSOU Mysuru begins admission for 2025-26
Karnataka State Open University (KSOU), Mysuru, has announced admissions for the academic year 2025-26 (July cycle) for various undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and certificate courses. Programs offered include BA, BCom, BSc, BCA, BBA, MA, MCom, MSc, MCA, MBA, and more. Students can download the prospectus from and apply through http/ KSOU offers a 10% tuition fee concession for women with BPL cards, defence personnel, auto/cab drivers, and select transport staff. Full fee exemption is available for COVID-19 orphans, transgender students, and the completely blind (except BEd & MBA). SC/ST/OBC students may avail scholarships via the SSP portal. For assistance, contact the Women's Regional Centre, Malleswaram, Bengaluru. Call 080-23448811 or 9741197921.
Time of India
20-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Technology will gradually take over manual cleaning work: Minister
Mysuru: In the coming years, technology will gradually take over manual cleaning work, much like how wars are now fought with technology, said HC Mahadevappa, minister for social welfare and Mysuru district minister. Addressing a gathering at the Karnataka State Open University (KSOU) auditorium on Friday, he urged pourakarmikas (civic workers) to ensure their children are well-educated and aim for higher positions in society. The occasion marked the distribution of permanent appointment order letters to pourakarmikas who are now permanent employees. Out of 10,000 pourakarmikas made permanent across Karnataka, 219 belong to the Mysuru City Corporation. Highlighting the transformation, the minister said that these workers, who earlier earned around Rs 17,000 per month, will now receive double the salary along with full govt benefits. "This permanent status will help workers lead a more dignified life and elevate their families socially and economically," he said. Mahadevappa also compared conditions in other states, noting that in Madhya Pradesh, pourakarmikas are paid only Rs 10,000—below minimum wage standards. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 오스템 임플란트 받아가세요 임플란터 더 알아보기 Undo He reassured that more regularisation drives would be conducted in Karnataka to benefit more workers. Urging financial prudence, the minister advised pourakarmikas not to waste their increased earnings but instead invest wisely in their families' future. Responding to a request by former mayor Narayan regarding the 88 temporary pourakarmikas who died while on duty, the minister instructed the MCC commissioner to take appropriate steps to support their families. Avinash S, a civic worker, shared his personal experience, expressing gratitude to the govt. "Earlier, I struggled with a meagre salary of Rs 17,000. Now, with a permanent job and better income, I feel motivated and can finally think about marriage and a secure future," he said. Narasimharaja MLA Tanveer Sait, deputy commissioner Lakshikanth Reddy, MCC commissioner Shaikh Tanveer Asif, former mayor and Pourakarmika leader Narayan, and pourakarmika leader Mara were present.
The Hindu
20-06-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Appointment letters handed over to pourakarmikas in Mysuru city
The credit for Mysuru's 'Clean City' tag goes to pourakarmikas, said Minister in charge of Mysuru district H.C. Mahadevappa while handing over appointment letters confirming their status as regular government employees. Speaking at a function at the Karnataka State Open University (KSOU) in Mysuru on Friday, Mr. Mahadevappa said the pourakarmikas will now be entitled to all the benefits of government employees. 'Today, all of you are becoming permanent government employees. You will be entitled to all the benefits that government employees in the State recieve,' he said. Pointing out that the pourkarmikas had even been sent for training to Singapore, Mr. Mahadevappa said the very spirit of the Constitution is to give first priority to the most marginalised. 'Our government is pro-civic workers and will ensure all necessary facilities for you,' he added. He emphasised that children of civic workers should receive higher education and reach high positions. 'Everyone should become educated. The government has many schemes – make good use of them,' he said. Tanveer Sait, MLA, congratulated the pourakarmikas for achieving success in their struggle to become regular employees. 'Across the country, lakhs of civic labourers are working on a contract basis. Because of the bold steps taken by the State government, your dream has now come true,' he said. He pointed out that local bodies are densely populated, and emphasised the need to maintain cleanliness. Acknowledging the hardword put in by the pourakarmikas to keep the city clean, especially during Dasara when tourists from different States and foreign countries visit Mysuru, Mr. Sait said the grandeur of the festivities is elevated because of the efforts of the pourakarmikas in keeping the city clean. With the government confirming their employment, Mr. Sait called upon the civic workers to do their job with more responsibility. Former Mayor Narayan said the pourakarmikas should take advantage of the State government's scheme to regularise their employment and work towards building a better future for their children. Regional Commissioner D.S. Ramesh, Deputy Commissioner G. Lakshmikanth Reddy, Mysuru City Corporation Commissioner Shaikh Tanveer Asif, and others were present on the occasion.
