Udupi MP assures flyover on NH 66 at Ambalpady Junction

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March 24, 2016

Udupi, Mar 24: A feasibility study will be conducted soon for the construction of a flyover at the Ambalpady Junction on National Highway 66, according to Udupi-Chikkamagaluru MP Shobha Karandlaje.

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The assurance comes after a series of protest by the local residents demanding a vehicle underpass at the Ambalpady Junction. The National Highways Department on March 14 made it clear that an at-grade-level road would be constructed at the junction with sufficient facilities to decongest the traffic such as installation of signal lights, rumbler stripes and barricades.

Ms Karandlaje told media persons that for the present, an at-grade-level road would be constructed at Ambalpady Junction. But as a future measure, a flyover would be constructed there. However, this flyover would not be in the direction of Mangaluru-Kundapur Road, instead it would be in the direction of Brahmagiri-Ambalpady Road.

The public demand for an underpass too would be considered. She would ask the engineers of the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) to conduct a feasibility study on all available alternatives and suggest proposals. The less costly proposal would be taken up at Ambalpady Junction.

There was public opposition to the way the road on NH 66 had been constructed at the Brahmavar bus stand. Besides Brahmavar, there were some other spots on NH 66 in Udupi district, which were causing problems to people. She would ask the Road Safety Committee of NHAI to visit these spots and find a solution. Emphasis would also be given to construct the Malpe-Tirthahalli National Highway 169A as soon as possible. She would also urge the NHAI to widen the Charmadi Ghat and to concrete it fully. This would provide a better connectivity between Udupi and Chikkamagaluru districts.

This ghat road would then be an alternative to the Shiradi Ghat Road connecting Mangaluru with Bengaluru. The Shiradi Ghat road was prone to problems and road repairs every year, she said.

She had also recommended the inclusion of Hejmady village in Udupi district for the construction of a port under the Sagarmala project of the Union government, she said.

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IBRAHIM.HUSSAIN
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Thursday, 24 Mar 2016

This Shoba do not brain in her head. In the national highway 66 will be having large vehicles and heavy load cargo with hight. If she recommends for fly over Brahma Giri to Ambalapadi direction where the high load cargo vehicles can pass? At least may require 8 - to 10 meter high fly over. it is not possible and not feasible.

It would be better to have a cattle pass bridge this way so that upto truck level high vehicles can pass through and it is very inexpensive.

SK
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Thursday, 24 Mar 2016

Good response.....let us see the reality soon, hope it will not be a promise of 15 lakhs by Feku Maharaj..... Feku played a good drama by replying to the letter of a student from Brahmavar about the problems faced at Brahmavar junction / bus stop.... Does he have any solution to the problems narrated by the student.....

meghana
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Thursday, 24 Mar 2016

First Sincerely complete ongoing project. pumpwel circle, and ujjodi road construction is very slow,

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December 5,2025

Mangaluru: In a significant step to curb online hate and intimidation, Mangaluru City Police have registered a suo motu case against multiple Instagram accounts accused of circulating alleged provocative and threatening content.

While monitoring social media activity on Tuesday, Kankanady Town PSI Anitha Nikkam identified the Instagram handle ‘team_targetttt_900’ for posting a hate message alongside images of lethal weapons. Another account, ‘team_nagara_900’, allegedly shared a threatening post targeting activist Bharath Kumdelu, tagging additional pages such as KARAVALI-OFFICIAL.

Several other accounts — including ‘immu_bhai.fan’, ‘target_boy_900’, ‘kings_of_manglore’, ‘team_target_boys.900’, ‘arshad_mangalore’, ‘target_ka19_ullal’, ‘team_target__’, ‘troll_tigersz_900’, ‘tr_group_900’, and ‘team_target_900’ — are also under scrutiny for spreading similar inflammatory material, police said.

Authorities have urged citizens, especially young social media users, to report suspicious pages and avoid engaging with groups that glorify violence or threaten individuals. Online hate can quickly escalate into real-world harm, and police stress that sharing or promoting such content can attract legal consequences.

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December 17,2025

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Melkar, Dec 17: The 17th Annual Day and Graduation Ceremony of Melkar Women’s PU and Degree College, themed “Fusion-2K25,” was celebrated with dignity and enthusiasm, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s academic journey. The programme reflected the college’s steadfast commitment to academic excellence, character building, and the holistic development of students.

The event was inaugurated by Mr. Asif Mohammed, whose presence greatly enriched the occasion. The celebration was further graced by the chief guests Mr. P. B. Ahmed Mudassir and Mr. Nissar Fakeer Mohammed, along with the distinguished guests of honour Mr. B. A. Nazeer and Mr. Ibrahim Gadiyar. In their inspiring addresses, the guests encouraged the graduating students and appreciated the dedicated efforts of the management, faculty, and students.

The annual report was presented by the Principal, Mr. Abdul Majeed S, highlighting the institution’s academic progress, notable achievements, and extracurricular accomplishments during the academic year.

The presidential address was delivered by the esteemed Chairman of Melkar Women’s PU and Degree College, Dr. Haji S. M. Rasheed, who emphasized the vital role of education in empowering women and shaping responsible citizens. He also stressed the importance of discipline, dedication, and perseverance in achieving success.

Cultural programmes and academic recognitions formed an integral part of the celebration, showcasing the talents and achievements of the students. The graduation ceremony was a proud moment for the outgoing students as they were formally conferred degrees and wished success in their future endeavours.

Ms. Mashmooma Fathima served as the Master of Ceremonies. The welcome address was delivered by Ms. Fathima Nida, and the programme concluded with a vote of thanks proposed by Ms. Ayisha Suhana.

The event successfully achieved its objectives and was highly appreciated by the guests and attendees.

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December 15,2025

Mangaluru police have arrested a 27-year-old NRI on his return from Saudi Arabia in connection with an Instagram post allegedly containing derogatory and provocative remarks about the Hindu religion, officials said on Monday.

The accused, Abdul Khader Nehad, a resident of Ulaibettu in Mangaluru, was working in Saudi Arabia when the post was uploaded, police said.

A suo motu case was registered at the Bajpe police station on October 11 after an allegedly offensive post circulated from the Instagram account ‘team_sdpi_2025’. Police said the content was flagged for being provocative and derogatory in nature.

During the investigation, technical analysis traced the Instagram post to Nehad, who was residing abroad at the time, a senior police officer said. Based on these findings, a Look Out Circular (LOC) was issued against him.

On December 14, Nehad arrived from Saudi Arabia at Calicut International Airport in Kerala, where he was taken into custody on arrival. Police said further investigation is underway.

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