Give profit out of produce to farmers; not loan waiver: Darshan takes a dig at HDK

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April 28, 2019

Bengaluru, Apr 28: Leading Kannada Sandalwood actor, Darshan has opined that farmers could hardly benefit from the State Government’s farm loan waiver scheme but they need better returns for their farm produce.

Speaking at an Engineering college function in the city, on Saturday, Darshan taking a dig at the Chief Minister, H D Kumaraswamy’s flagship programme, loan waiver scheme of over Rs 40,000 crore, he said that “Instead of loan waiver scheme, it is better if the farmers get a better price for their produces”.

Darshan had extensively campaigned for the independent candidate, Sumalatha in hotly contested the Mandya Lok Sabha seat against JD(S) candidate Nikhil K, son of Kumaraswamy.

Kumaraswamy had promised to waive off a one-time farm loan availed by the farmers, both from the co-operative institutions as well as from the Public Sector banks, and had won as many as 38 Assembly seats in the 2018 Assembly elections and formed a coalition government with the Congress in Karnataka.

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SMR Public School’s ‘EXCELLENTIA’ highlights academic excellence and holistic growth

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December 16,2025

Melkar (Bantwal): The 9th Annual Day celebration of SMR Public School, titled “EXCELLENTIA”, was held on December 15 with great enthusiasm and dignity, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s journey towards academic excellence and holistic development.

The programme was inaugurated by Dr. U. T. Iftikar Ali. The chief guests were Dr. Akhtar Hussain, Mr. P. Moosabba Beary, Mr. Zakaria Jokattre, and Dr. T. M. Abdul Rahuf—whose inspiring addresses motivated the students and appreciated the school’s contributions to education.

Mr. Abdul Nasir, Mr. Ibrahim Gadiyar, Mr. Razak Golthamajal, Mr. Sali Koya, Mr. Arshad Hussain, Mr. Ismail Balanoor, Mr. Feroz Bawa, Mr. Sahul Hameed, Mr. Abubakkar, Mr. Hameed K. Mani, Mr. Abdul Majeed (Principal, Melkar Women’s College), and Mr. Abdul Lathief (Former Principal, Melkar Women’s College) were the guests of honour.

The Annual Report was presented by the Headmistress, Ms. Fathimathul Zaheera, highlighting the school’s achievements and progress during the academic year. The Presidential Address was delivered by the Chairman of SMR Public School, Dr. Haji S. M. Rasheed, who emphasised the vital role of education in shaping students’ futures and stressed the importance of discipline, dedication, and consistent effort in achieving 100 per cent academic results.

Secretary of SMR Public School, Mr. Rifath Ahmed, and PTA President, Mr. Sandeep Kumar, were also present on the occasion.

The Annual Day celebration showcased the collective efforts of students and teachers and reaffirmed the school’s commitment to quality education and all-round development. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to all dignitaries, parents, and well-wishers for their support. The 9th Annual Day—EXCELLENTIA—was a memorable and successful event, leaving a lasting impression on everyone present.

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