Justice denied is justice buried: CM coins new phrase

September 6, 2015

Mysuru, Sep 6: Chief Minister?Siddaramaiah on?Saturday coined his own phrase on the after-effects of the delay in disposal of cases at law courts --- ‘Justice denied is justice buried’.

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Addressing the gathering at?Senate Bhavan, Manasagangotri, after inaugurating the ground and first floor of the new law court’s complex at Malalavadi here, Siddaramaiah, who had dabbled in the field of judiciary as an advocate in the early 1970s in Mysuru before taking a plunge into politics said, “There is a saying in Kannada, ‘Geddavanu Sotha, Sothavanu saththa’ (One who wins loses and one who loses is dead). Going a step further, it can be said, justice denied is justice buried”.

Pointing at the inordinate delay in disposal of cases, the chief minister blamed a section of the advocates for it. “Such enormous delays can be seen in civil suits, where interlocutory applications (IA) are filed only to prolong the case. For generations, the case remains to be solved with the litigants inheriting it”, Siddaramaiah said.

He was quick to add that there are advocates and judges who make sincere efforts for speedy disposal of cases. The legal fraternity has to ensure that weaker sections are not deprived of justice and the needy are delivered justice, he stated.

Stating that the government is committed to create required facilities for the judiciary, Siddaramaiah said Rs 2,000 crore is being spent on various works in the State, with Rs 100 crore being spent on 33 works in Mysuru district alone. He promised to hike the stipend given to junior advocates, who are presently being paid Rs 2,000 per month.

Fees then, now

Expressing concern over advocates commanding exorbitant fees, Siddaramaiah recalled, in earlier days, a vegetable or butter was sufficient to convince advocates to take up cases. The advocates also did not have any qualms over that. Now, there are advocates who charge fees in the range of Rs 10 lakh to Rs 20 lakh. The poor cannot afford it. At this juncture, it would be better to opt for out of the court settlement, he felt.

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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 19,2025

Mangaluru: The Mangaluru CEN police have arrested a 23-year-old man for allegedly posting provocative and misleading content on an Instagram page named “mr_a_titude”, targeting the Bajpe police.

Mangaluru Commissioner of Police Sudheer Kumar Reddy C H identified the arrested as Abhishek M, a resident of Katipalla in Mangaluru.

A case has been registered at the Bajpe Police Station under Sections 353(1)(c), 353(2), 56, and 57 read with Section 189 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) in connection with the post.

According to police, the accused uploaded a photograph of a hotel on the Instagram page and alleged that accused persons in a murder case under the Bajpe police jurisdiction were being given “royal treatment” by the police, including being served beef meals daily from the hotel.

The post further accused the police of supporting criminals, misusing their authority, and betraying public trust. Police said the content was provocative in nature and aimed at inciting public outrage against the police.

Following the post, a case was registered at the Bajpe police station, and further investigation was transferred to the CEN police station.

Police records indicate that the accused has a criminal history, with multiple cases registered against him, including murder, attempt to murder, assault, and robbery at the Surathkal Police Station, and one case at the Kaup Police Station.

The Commissioner said the accused was traced and arrested using technical evidence.

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