Govt defends AB Ibrahim; Shakuntala puts ball back in temple admin's court

March 17, 2016

Mangaluru, 17: Defending Dakshina Kannada deputy commissioner AB Ibrahim for printing his name on the invitation card of the annual festival of a Muzrai temple in Puttur taluk, the Karnataka state government has urged the Hindutva groups not to blow the issue out of proportion.

abib Law and Parliamentary Affairs Minister TB Jayachandra on Thursday stated that there was nothing wrong in DC's name being on the invite. “The DC has done nothing wrong. He acted in his capaity as the Deputy Commissioner, and as per the Muzrai Department's rules,” he said.

On Tuesday, right-wing groups demanded the removal of Mr. Ibrahim's name from the invitation card for a State government-administered temple function because he is a Muslim. Congress Puttur MLA Shakuntala Shetty had then said she would “consider removing the name of the officer”.

However, on Wednesday, Ms. Shetty retracted her statement under criticism from several party colleagues, and said she has no problem with the invitation. She also denied calling a meeting of devotees to discuss the issue.

Ms. Shetty, however, said the temple administration should resolve the issue. “If it fails to do so, I will get invitations printed in my personal capacity.” Ms. Shetty, who was earlier with the Bharatiya Janata Party, maintained she was trying to ensure the peaceful conduct of the festival.

Meanwhile, activists of the VHP in Puttur have decided to hold a protest near the Mahalingeshwara Temple on Thursday demanding the printing of new invitation cards for the 10-day-long temple festival by omitting Mr. Ibrahim's name.

They held a meeting outside the temple on Wednesday insisting that the temple administration remove the DC's name. They have also threatened to intensify protests.

In this backdrop, Assistant Commissioner K.V. Rajendra chaired a coordination meeting of officials to discuss security and other arrangements for the annual festival that draws people from different parts of the State. “The invitation is printed as per protocol. There is no question of printing new invitations, unless directed by senior officials,” Mr. Rajendra reiterated.

Also Read: Muslim DC's name row: Rai slams Puttur MLA for succumbing to VHP pressure

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I dont understand why soo much Discussion on this Topic.Dear D.C Being a True Muslim you should voluntarily remove your name and hence forth do not go for such things.This is not Ment for Us.Leave it you have lots More to do as a Deputy Commissioner.People of D.Khave full faith in you and we Manglorien are happy with your Work.

Chaddis never come up in their life at all...

what more you need to prove yourself (chaddis) as intolerents

Humble request to our respected DC AB Ibrahim Sir..Being a muslim and followers of Islam we should respect each and every one.. You should respect hindu brother's demand ...dont give them a chance to VHP or any of their wings... you should come in front and respect their demands... Let them to enjoy their fest ...

people are dying in the name of religion, everyone must know the DC ibrahim is a good person, for him every religion is same.

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Schoolteacher faces case for spreading child mispronunciation video

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January 10,2020

Bengaluru, Jan 10: State’s primary and secondary education minister, S Suresh Kumar on Friday asked the Department of Public Instruction to register a complaint in the cybercrime police station against the teacher who shared a video of a child mispronouncing a Kannada word.

The viral video shows the child from a government school incorrectly pronouncing the word 'Pakkelubu' (ribcage).

The minister observed, 'It is normal for children to pronounce words incorrectly and only repetitive practise will make them say it correctly. If a video of such a mistake is made and spread on the Internet the child will see it in future and be demoralised and might start hate learning. The person who made and posted this video has committed a grave crime.

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Ministers should visit covid hospitals, instil confidence among patients: D K Shivakumar

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July 15,2020

Bengaluru, Jul 15: Karnataka Congress Chief D K Shivakumar on Wednesday urged the Ministers in the state to visit Covid-19 designated hospitals and instil confidence among patients, doctors and medical staff there.

Noting that doctors, nurses and others were doing a great job, Shivakumar said the government has to stand with them and instil confidence in them. Speaking to reporters after visiting Victoria hospital, a major dedicated Covid hospital in the city, he said, "All the Ministers have to go to hospitals and instil confidence in the staff, patients.... they have to remove fear and tell them we will have to live with this (virus), and cannot escape from it."

Shivakumar said he believes that by instilling confidence most part of the diseases can be cured. He lauded doctors, paramedical and other staff working at the Hospital for the sake of patients, putting their own life at risk and appreciated facilities provided there.

During the visit, the state Congress President interacted with patients undergoing treatment for Covid-19, also medical staff and doctors. He said at Victoria hospital patients were allowed to use mobile phones, so that they can speak to family members, which has to an extent instilled confidence among them, and the same has to be replicated across the state.

Not wishing to comment on complaints about the quality of facility and PPE kits provided at the hospital, also alleged misappropriation on part of the government in the purchase of equipment for Covid treatment, Shivakumar said, "....let's see that at Vidhana Soudha (seat of state's legislature)." He said, "this is not the time to talk about corruption and other things, this is not the time for it....instilling confidence among patients, doctors and paramedical staff is important now."

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Here's the first phase flight plan for return of Indian nationals stranded abroad

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May 5,2020

Newsroom, May 5: Following the union government's nod, preparations are afoot to bring back Indian nationals stranded abroad from May 7 onwards.

According to sources, in the first phase from May 7- 14, the government would allow more than 60 “non-scheduled, commercial” flights to operate from about 12 countries to India to bring back 15,000 citizens. At least half of those flights will be from the Gulf region, including UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait and Oman, while the rest would bring passengers from the U.S., the U.K., Singapore, Malaysia, Philippines and Bangladesh.

The flights would be spread over 10 States identified as having the largest numbers to return, with Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Delhi (NCR) receiving the maximum number of flights.

A meeting held at the Ministry of Civil Aviation looked specifically at flights, mainly operated by Air India, while it awaits a final plan from countries where Indians need to be airlifted from. The first flights planned at present are from Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Riyadh and Doha, flying directly to Kozhikode and Kochi.

While the full estimate of Indians needing to return home could cross ten lakhs (a million), with more than two lakhs having registered to return from the UAE alone, officials said their return would be “prioritised and staggered”.

Flight plan for return of Indian nationals stranded abroad: