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New Indian Express
10-05-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Invoke divine blessings for armed forces: Pawan Kalyan
VIJAYAWADA: As Indian armed forces are engaged in Operation Sindoor, Jana Sena Party chief and Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has appealed to the people to extend moral and spiritual support to soldiers and Prime Minister Narendra Modi through collective prayers. Pawan Kalyan said, 'The Indian armed forces possess immense strength, capability, and advanced technology to protect the nation. This is a time when the whole nation should pray for the safety of armed forces and the nation's victory in the conflict.' To this end, the JSP has initiated a spiritual movement to invoke divine blessings. Special pujas will be performed at the six Shanmukha temples in Tamil Nadu -- Tiruttani, Tiruchendur, Palani, Tiruparankundram, Swamimalai and Palamudiracholai on May 13. JSP MLAs and Janasainiks will participate in the special pujas. In Andhra Pradesh, special prayers will be held at Sri Durga Malleswara Swamy temple in Vijayawada, Mopidevi and Bikkavolu Subrahmanya temple, and Sri Puruhutika Devi temple in Pithapuram. Special rituals will also be conducted at Karnataka's Kukke and Ghati Subrahmanya temples. On Sunday, a major prayer will be held at Suryanarayana Swamy temple in Arasavalli of Srikakulam district to invoke the Sun God's blessings for the Indian army. Pawan Kalyan urged Janasainiks and the people to pray for the well-being of the people in the war-affected States of Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, Rajasthan, Gujarat and Haryana. The party urged the people of all faiths to pray in their respective places of worship, including churches and mosques, for national unity and integrity and divine protection for the Indian armed forces.
The Hindu
09-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Jana Sena Party to offer special prayers at six Shanmukha Temples for safety of armed forces
The Jana Sena Party (JSP) will offer special prayers over the next couple of days at six Shanmukha temples to seek divine strength for the Indian Armed Forces and national leadership. One MLA accompanied by a team of party workers will offer the prayers at Shanmukha (Subrahmanya) shrines in Tiruttani, Tiruchendur, Palani, Tirupparankundram, Swamimalai, and Pazhamudircholai. In addition, prayers will also be offered at the Kukke Subrahmanya and Ghati Subrahmanya temples in Karnataka, Mopidevi and Bikkavolu Subrahmanya temples in Andhra Pradesh, Sri Durga Malleswara temple on Indrakeeladri, and Sri Puruhutika Devi temple in Pithapuram. Special prayers will also be held at Sri Suryanarayana Swamy temple in Arasavalli, Srikakulam district on Sunday. The party also decided to conduct prayers at various temples across the state for the welfare of the army and the people in war-affected regions like Jammu & Kashmir, Punjab, Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Haryana. JSP president and Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan on Friday said as Operation Sindoor intensifies, every Indian national's moral support is vital. He requested the people to pray and seek strength and blessings for the armed forces, fighting the enemy on the borders, and our national leadership-led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The armed forces possess superior might and technological prowess capable of containing enemy forces and protecting the nation. Now, is the time for the whole country to unite and pray for their safety, he said. He also encouraged people of other faiths to pray in their respective places of worship — Christians in churches and Muslims in mosques — for the nation and its protectors.
Time of India
02-05-2025
- General
- Time of India
Karnataka forest minister says ‘Jumbos unable to distinguish between plantation and forest areas'
Bengaluru: Regretting human casualties due to elephant attacks in various parts of Karnataka, forest minister Eshwar Khandre Friday said elephants are unable to distinguish between plantations and forests. Consoling the family of Shanmukha at Baikere village in Sakaleshpur taluk of Hassan, who was killed by a wild elephant a few days ago, Khandre blamed human-elephant conflicts on encroached forest and grazing (gomala) land in rural areas. Stating he is visiting the human-elephant conflict-hit Hassan district for the sixth time in the last two years, Khandre said, "I visited the families of elephant attack victims in the past and am now also visiting the family of Shanmukha. Our (govt's) view is that there shall not be any casualty due to wildlife conflicts in the state. But it is unfortunate that such incidents are being repeated despite the best of our conservation efforts." The minister directed forest officials to set up a unit of the Elephant Task Force at Bikkodu village and disseminate information to villagers on the movement of elephants in the region. You Can Also Check: Bengaluru AQI | Weather in Bengaluru | Bank Holidays in Bengaluru | Public Holidays in Bengaluru Cautioning the villagers in Sakaleshpur, Khandre explained to them that jumbos are unable to differentiate between plantations and forest areas. "Wildlife scientists have revealed elephants have a strong memory, and they keep moving through the locations that were used by their predecessors. The elephant population increased in Karnataka due to stern implementation of the Wildlife Conservation Act . However, there has been no increase in the ratio of forest area. This, apart from rampant encroachment of forest and grazing land in and around villages, has further contributed to the problem," the minister briefed. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 10 Retirement Blunders to Avoid Fisher Investments UK Learn More Undo Responding to a question that several villagers around Sakaleshpur and Belur, impacted by the elephant attack, are increasingly coming forward to sell off their agricultural lands to the forest department, Khandre clarified, "We will examine whether we can expand the forest area with these lands and resolve the human-elephant conflict . I also requested the chief minister to convene and chair a meeting of multiple departments for better coordination to address the elephant conflict." The state govt increased the compensation to wildlife attack victims from the existing Rs 15 lakhs to Rs 20 lakhs, and the family of Shanmukha was given a Rs 20 lakh compensation cheque. "The family of the victim is demanding a govt job, and the state govt rules do not permit such demands. Nevertheless, I will personally discuss this demand with the CM and make a sincere effort in that direction," he clarified.
Time of India
02-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
State plans Rs 50 cr elephant control zone in Hassan
Hassan: In order to mitigate the human-wild elephant conflict in Hassan and neighbouring Chikkamagaluru districts, the state forest department is developing certain programmes. Now, the department is considering establishing an elephant control zone . The zone is planned at the cost of Rs 50 crore, and the state cabinet has approved the same, said forest minister Eshwar B Khandre in Holenarasipura. The project will be implemented as soon as possible to bring the human-elephant conflict to an end. The conflict between humans and animals has been ongoing for many years. Due to the reduction in forest areas and the increase in animal populations, crops were destroyed in places like Hassan, Belur, and Sakleshpura. Last year, seven people lost their lives to elephant attacks , and this year, four people died, the minister said. Elephants are leaving the forests and entering rural and urban lands. To prevent their entry, the govt plans to implement a permanent solution costing Rs 50 crore, which includes building fences and digging trenches. Meetings have already been held with farmers in Belur to provide appropriate compensation for crop damage and deceased farmers. If possible, similar consultations will be held with farmers in Sakleshpura to ensure they receive fair compensation from the govt. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 10 Mysterious Photos That Cannot Be Explained True Edition Undo On forest encroachment, the minister stated that before evicting those who encroached on forest land, proper rehabilitation will be provided according to the law. The minister also visited the house of Shanmukha, who was trampled to death in Bykere in Sakleshpura. He instructed officials to establish an Elephant Task Force unit in Bikkodu immediately to provide timely information on elephant movements to the locals. Having visited Hassan district for the sixth time since becoming the forest minister, he mentioned that he previously visited the homes of those who died from elephant attacks to offer condolences. He reiterated his stance that not a single death should occur due to wildlife attacks but acknowledged that despite all measures, such tragic incidents sometimes happen. Elephants do not distinguish between plantations, forests: Khandre Khandre appealed to the people to be cautious and said elephants do not distinguish between plantations and forests. Experts say that elephants follow the paths of their ancestors. Due to the strict enforcement of wildlife protection laws, the elephant population increased, but forest areas have shrunk over a period of time. Additionally, there has been encroachment on forest and grazing lands, exacerbating the problem, he stated. In light of repeated deaths from elephant attacks around Sakleshpur and Belur, some farmers are considering selling their land to the forest department. Khandre stated that they would explore the possibility of purchasing this land to expand forest areas and prevent elephant incursions. He also mentioned a request for a meeting under chief minister Siddaramaiah's leadership to coordinate between various departments in response to the human-elephant conflict.
The Hindu
02-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Khandre visits family of farmer who died in elephant attack; promises measures to mitigate human-elephant conflict
Shivamogga Expressing disappointment over the repeated incidents of elephant attacks in Hassan district, Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre has said he had appealed to the Chief Minister to convene a meeting of officers to resolve the issue. Mr. Khandre spoke to the media on Friday after visiting the family of Shanmukha at Baikere in Sakleshpur, who died in an elephant attack on April 25. The Minister said the department had been taking all measures to avoid deaths in elephant attacks. 'Even after our sincere efforts, we are witnessing deaths. This is unfortunate. Not even one person should die due to elephant attacks', he stated. The wild elephants did not differentiate between forestland and agricultural land. 'According to experts, elephants tread in the path that their ancestors marched. The number of elephants has increased due to the effective implementation of the Wildlife Conservation Act. However, the forest cover has not extended in tune with the number of wild elephants,' he said. Mr. Khandre said he would direct officers to open a unit of the elephant task force at Bikkodu in Belur taluk and alert the local people on the movement of elephants. He also appealed to the public to be cautious and follow the instructions of the department. Referring to an appeal by a section of farmers to extend the forest cover by purchasing their private land to address the human-elephant conflict, the Minister said the department would verify whether the conflict could be mitigated by extending the forest cover. He had requested the Chief Minister to hold a meeting with officers of all departments concerned on the issue. Further, the Minister said the government had decided to give ₹20 lakh to the families who lost their member in elephant attacks. Shanmukha's family had received the amount. 'The family wants a government job. As per the existing rules, there is no provision to offer government job. However, I will discuss the issue with the Chief Minister,' he added. The Minister was accompanied by Hassan MP, Shreyas M. Patel, Sakleshpur MLA, 'Cement' Manju, Hassan DCF, Sourabh Kumar, and other officers of the department. Ends/ photo available
