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The Hindu
02-08-2025
- General
- The Hindu
As govt. gears up to revive Buddhist history in Rajaghatta near Bengaluru, villagers stand divided
'During the first excavation, if we found one brick which we felt was historically significant, we gave it to the researchers. We used to get 10 paise for it,' a farmer working in a field in Rajaghatta, a village in Doddaballapur taluk, in Bengaluru Rural district, recalled. Rajaghatta, which was an ancient settlement of Buddhists probably around the fourth and fifth centuries, is getting ready once again for excavation. On July 16, Tourism Minister H.K. Patil, along with the officials of the Department of Archaeology and Museums, inaugurated the excavation programme to find more relics and artefacts from the ancient period. Boodi gundi Before it caught the eye of some local researchers as well as M.S. Krishnamurthy, formal principal of University of Mysore, a certain area of Rajaghatta has heaps of ashes, earning it the name of 'Boodi Gundi' (pit of ashes) from the locals. However, between 2001 and 2004, led by Mr. Krishnamurthy, excavators discovered that Rajaghatta was one of South Karnataka's prominent centres of Buddhism during the fourth and fifth centuries. Mr. Krishnamurthy said that the foundation of a Buddhist Chaityalaya, formed entirely of bricks, rooms of a Vihaara, a small medallion with an engraving of Buddha, several clay tablets, stupas and much more were found during the initial excavation. Many artifacts that were discovered here are now being kept in the museum of the University of Mysore. Upon the requests of Maha Bodhi Society (MBS), Buddhist Charitable Organization, the State government has once again taken up the excavation with Mr. Krishnamurthy at the helm again. Work is expected to begin post-monsoon. 'While we formally inaugurated the excavation, we will carry it out once monsoon is over as rains slow down the process. The preparation has already begun in a couple of sites and as there were good findings earlier, we want to see what else comes up this time,' Mr. Patil told The Hindu. Villagers divided Krishnappa, who currently owns the land under which the remnants of the Chaityalaya was found, has agreed to give it for excavation. But not all villagers are onboard as the areas where the ancient structures were found are now agricultural lands. Rajaghatta Ravi, a resident of the village who is also working with historians, says, 'Many villagers are not aware of the history. Many of them found artifacts over the years in their fields and just kept it under wraps as they did not want to give up lands. Some of us believe that when there is such a rich history, dating back almost 2,000 years, we should not let it go. That is why we are pulling all stops to ensure Rajaghatta gets is due.' A little behind Krishnappa's land is another agricultural field where an engraved stone, which is supposed to be from a later period of history (probably of Ganga period) is situated. Parijatha, whose family owns the land, says that there is no way they will give up their land for excavation. She said, 'When they cleared the ashes the first time, they checked this stone and said that this is not from the Buddhist settlement period.' Further down is another field filled with cabbage plants where two samadhis (final resting place) of some Buddhist monks are situated. Future plans Once the excavation process is completed, the plan is to make Rajaghatta a tourist site and exhibit its ancient Buddhist history to the public. 'We would like to convince the villagers to make way for excavation in these lands. If they do not agree, then acquisition is inevitable and we would either have to give them land parcels elsewhere or monetary compensation,' Mr. Patil said. 'Rajaghatta is so close to Bengaluru and even to the Bengaluru International Airport. We want the public to know how this was a prominent Buddhist centre once,' said Gopalakrishna, a member of the MBS. 'We want to bring the artifcats that are being kept in University of Mysore here once the excavation is completed and showcase it all together.' Meanwhile, to encourage more villagers to come forth with information, the police have started the Mane Manege Police (door-to-door police service) initiative in Rajaghatta. 'While people might not usually know how to report their findings or even about possible encroachment in some of these historic sites, we hope that this programme will bring them the confidence to tell us,' said Sadiq Pasha, police inspector, Doddaballapur Rural Police Station.
The Hindu
09-06-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Krishnappa, founder of DSS, remembered in Shivamogga
B. Krishnappa, founder of Dalit Sangharsha Samithi (DSS), was remembered on his 87th birth anniversary in Shivamogga on Monday. The elected representatives and leaders of the DSS recalled his struggles for the rights of the Dalits in the State. Speaking on the occasion, Balkhees Banu, Congress MLC, said Prof. Krishnappa founded the DSS following the principles of educate, organise, and agitate preached by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar. Through the organisation, he fought for equality in society, she said. 'The DSS grew bigger over the years and helped thousands of families in their struggles for their rights. I wish the lamp that he lit remains strong and bright,' Ms. Banu said. M. Gurumurthy, the State convener of DSS, said that Prof. Krishnappa led many struggles, fighting for land and houses for the deprived section, and opposed the atrocities committed against them. He inspired many people to join the organisation across the State and fight for their equality.' B.L. Raju, president of Dalit Noukarara Okkuta, said Dalits continue to fight for land rights, and the struggle was led by Prof. Krishnappa. C.S. Shadakshari, State president of the State Government Employees' Association, Sannarama, and office-bearers of the DSS were present.
The Hindu
14-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
IT firm staffer held for raising pro-Pak slogans
The Whitefield police have arrested a 25-year-old software engineer on the charge of raising pro-Pakistan slogans on May 9 while people were celebrating the success of Operation Sindoor. The accused — Shubhanshu Shukla — a native of Raipur in Chhattisgarh, is employed at an IT firm in the city and stays at a paying guest accommodation in Prashanth Layout. On May 9, residents of other PGs were celebrating the success of the operation when Shukla allegedly went up to the terrace of the PG accommodation and started raising pro-Pakistan slogans. Residents were baffled about his conduct and a PG occupant recorded the incident on his mobile phone before alerting the police. Shukla managed to flee by the time the police reached the spot, but the police tracked him down and arrested him on Tuesday (May 13); he was later remanded in judicial custody. 'The accused was drunk and wanted to have fun and see the reactions of the people [to his actions],' the police said . Last Thursday, the Tilaknagar police registered an FIR against a Kannada activist for allegedly insulting the national tricolour during a temple fest. The accused Krishnappa, along with C.K. Ramamurthy, MLA, and other BJP leaders took part in the Vinayaka Subramanya temple fest and distributed sweets to devotees. The accused later wiped his hand with the national flag which was kept on the table. A person recorded this on mobile phone and shared it on social media, which went viral. Taking cognisance of it, Manjunath Vastrad, head constable attached to the Tilak Nagar police station, filed a report based on which Krishnappa and others were booked for insulting national flag. The accused had been issued a notice to appear for questioning, but he approached the court and got a stay order.
New Indian Express
13-05-2025
- Automotive
- New Indian Express
Massive fire erupts at oil godown near Nelamangala RTO in Bengaluru
BENGALURU: A massive fire erupted at the oil godown near Nelamangala RTO on Tuesday. The fire control room was alerted about the fire accident at around 3.30 am, and over 300 firemen brought the fire under control after six hours. 20 fire engines were used from Nelamangala, Peenya, Jalahalli, Yeshwanthapura and other nearby fire stations to douse the fire. Short circuit is being suspected as the reason behind the fire. However, the exact reasons behind the fire are yet to be ascertained. The loss is estimated to be over Rs 30 crores. The godown belongs to a person identified as Krishnappa, whose father was a former minister. The godown has been leased to a private engine oil and lubricant supplying company. As per preliminary investigations, nobody was inside the godown during the incident. Further investigations are on.
Time of India
12-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Bengaluru businessman shoots himself with father's gun, dies
Bengaluru: A 28-year-old businessman died by suicide at Devishettihalli village near Nandi Hills, using his father's licensed single-barrel breech-loading (SBBL) gun. Bayyesh Kumar , a BSc graduate and the younger son of landlord Krishnappa, had been struggling with significant financial losses in his agricultural export venture. He had recently borrowed Rs 35 lakh to export family members heard a gunshot near their polyhouse Monday morning and discovered that he had fatally wounded himself. However, no suicide note was his father's assurances and support, Bayyesh appeared deeply troubled by his repeated business failures, sources said. He had previously travelled abroad to develop his export business connections, with several friends working in a similar international are continuing investigations into the circumstances surrounding his death.
