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India Today
5 days ago
- Politics
- India Today
Row over Congress Minister's son granted stage access at Vidhana Soudha RCB event
In the aftermath of the stampede in Bengaluru outside the venue of RCB's felicitation event which killed 11 people, the Karnataka BJP slammed the Congress government for alleged preferential treatment given to Minister Zameer Ahmed Khan's son to the BJP, sons of ministers were reportedly granted access to the stage and seen standing behind cricketer Virat Kohli, while members of the public were kept waiting outside. The state government organised an event inside the Vidhana Soudha premises, earlier on Wednesday, to honour the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) team, where the general was not allowed. advertisementThe presence of non-official individuals on the dais triggered criticism, with many questioning the preferential treatment accorded to relatives of ministers at a state function. Among those visible in images from the Vidhana Soudha event was Zaid Khan, son of Minister for Housing, Wakf and Minority Welfare Zameer Ahmed Khan. Dressed in a white shirt, he was seen standing behind Kohli and alongside the rest of the cricket team during the felicitation ceremony. He is known to have acted in a Kannada film. Vijay Prasad, BJP spokesperson, questioned the situation, asking, 'How did ministers' sons gain entry to the stage?'advertisementWhile ordinary citizens were denied access or made to wait, the appearance of ministers' family members on stage has prompted allegations of misuse of official platforms for personal least 11 people died and nearly 50 were injured in a stampede outside M Chinnaswamy Stadium, the second venue where the team was felicitated, in a separate event organised by the Karnataka State Cricket Association on the same day. IN THIS STORY#Bengaluru#Karnataka
Time of India
18-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Grand preparations under way for Samarpane Sankalpa Samavesha at Hospate
Hosapete (Vijayanagara): The state govt's two-year celebration, ' Samarpane Sankalpa Samavesha ', will take place at the Puneeth Rajkumar District Stadium in Hosapete on Tuesday. The district administration is making grand preparations for the event, scheduled from 10am to 2pm. The conference venue features a German tent housing three stages. The primary stage spans 200ft in width and 70ft in length, accommodating 300 dignitaries. Two smaller stages are being prepared, one for 50 former ministers and another for 50 corporation and board chairmen and party leaders. The main stage's design incorporates replicas of pillars of Hampi monuments on both sides and features a comprehensive LED panel backdrop. The layout includes designated seating for VIPs and VVIPs near the stage. A separate media section is being established with internet connectivity and live broadcast facilities. The venue will accommodate 1.5 lakh chairs for attendees from across the state, with 50,000 additional chairs in reserve. LED displays are being installed along the stadium's adjacent roads. According to BZ Zameer Ahmed Khan, the district minister and conference coordinator, 3,700 buses from the state transport corporation have been secured for the conference, with an additional 2,000 buses booked by him. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Use an AI Writing Tool That Actually Understands Your Voice Grammarly Install Now Undo Several MLAs are also expected to make use of school and college buses. His estimation indicates that the conference will attract over 3 lakh attendees. Regarding catering, the minister detailed arrangements for 2 lakh people, with 1.5 lakh chairs in the dining area. Food distribution will commence at 9am across 500 counters. The plan includes 50,000 emergency food packets and 5 lakh water packets. A 200-acre area near Hosapete has been allocated for parking 10,000 vehicles. "The first ' Siddaramaothsava ' was held in Davanagere. The Samarpane Sankalpa conference in Hosapete will be the second 'Siddaramaothsava'. Many dignitaries, including Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge, will participate in the conference," said Zameer. Zameer, along with Vijayanagara MLA HR Gaviyappa, AICC observer Ravi Boseraju, and various other ministers, are supervising the preparations.
Time of India
14-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Karnataka CM to inspect Sadhana Samavesha preparations on May 16
Hosapete (Vijayanagara): The , organised by the state govt, will be held at on May 20. An anticipated attendance of approximately two lakh individuals, including welfare scheme beneficiaries, party workers, and the general public, is Zameer Ahmed Khan, minister for waqf and minority welfare and district in-charge, announced that chief minister will conduct a preparatory inspection on May 16. The event will feature prominent leaders, including , opposition leader in Lok Sabha; Mallikarjun Kharge, AICC president and opposition leader in Rajya Sabha, along with Siddaramaiah and deputy chief minister DK event is organised to highlight the state govt's two-year achievements and will feature the distribution of entitlement certificates to one lakh beneficiaries. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now This transforms it into a 'Samarpana Samavesha', representing dedication towards public service, as stated by Zameer Ahmed Khan. "All MLAs, party leaders, and workers in this area will provide their complete support to guarantee the event's success," he remarked. The minister expects significant involvement from women, emphasising govt's dedication to their the cancellation of the Raichur Convention due to military operations against Pakistan, reports indicate that CM Siddaramaiah prioritised the Hosapete Convention. He directed Congress party leaders and elected representatives to collaborate effectively for its successful execution.
The Hindu
13-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Rahul Gandhi, Kharge to attend govt.'s Sadhana Samavesha in Hosapete
The State government's Sadhana Samavesha will be held on May 20 at the Puneeth Rajkumar District Stadium in Hosapete and is expected to draw around two lakh people, including beneficiaries of key welfare schemes, local party workers, and members of the public, according to B.Z. Zameer Ahmed Khan, Minister for Wakfs and Minority Welfare. 'It will be attended by Rahul Gandhi, Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Mallikarjun Kharge, AICC president and Leader of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar,' Mr. Khan, who is also Vijayanagara district in charge, said after inspecting the venue. A highlight of the Sadhana Samavesha would be the distribution of entitlement certificates to one lakh beneficiaries on the day, marking it as a 'Samarpana Samavesha' — a ceremony of dedication to public service, Mr. Khan noted. 'Every MLA, party leader and worker in this region will extend full support to ensure the event's success,' he added. The Minister also expressed optimism that a significant part of the crowd would comprise women, reflecting the government's focus on their welfare.
India Gazette
09-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
"Ready to sacrifice myself; will go to Pakistan as suicide bomber": Karnataka Minister BZ Zameer Ahmed
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 9 (ANI): Asserting that he is ready to sacrifice his life for the country, Karnataka Minister BZ Zameer Ahmed Khan on Friday said that if the central government and Prime Minister Narendra Modi permit, he will go to Pakistan as a 'suicide bomber.' 'I am ready to sacrifice myself for the country. If the central government and the Prime Minister permit, I will go to Pakistan as a suicide bomber... We (Indian muslims) have nothing to do with Pakistan, we hate it,' Karnataka Minister said. Earlier today, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh conducted a review of the country's current security situation at South Block, which houses the Ministry of Defence, in the national capital, in the aftermath of the foiled large-scale drone strike by Pakistan on Thursday. The Defence Minister was accompanied by the military top brass and senior officials, including Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh, and Defence Secretary RK Singh. The meeting came in the wake of Pakistan's attempted retaliation following Operation Sindoor, where the Indian Armed Forces targeted nine terror infrastructures in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir on Wednesday. The operation was a direct response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack. Meanwhile, the Indian Army during the intervening night of May 8 and May 9 successfully repelled and responded to multiple drone attacks by Pakistan along the western border and the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir. The Indian Army said, 'Pakistan Armed Forces launched multiple attacks using drones and other munitions along the entire Western Border on the intervening night of 08 and 09 May 2025. Pak troops also resorted to numerous ceasefire violations (CFVs) along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir. The drone attacks were effectively repulsed and a befitting reply was given to the CFVs. Indian Army remains committed to safeguarding the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Nation. All nefarious designs will be responded to with force.' The indigenously developed Akash surface-to-air missile air defence system has played a crucial role in thwarting Pakistani drone attacks targeting Indian assets on Thursday, according to defence officials. Officials added that both the Indian Army and Air Force have deployed the missile system along the Pakistan border. 'The Made in India Akash surface-to-air missile air defence system has been effectively used by the Indian armed forces in foiling Pakistani attacks towards Indian targets. Both the Indian Army and Air Force have the missile system all along the Pakistan border,' defence officials stated. (ANI)
