Mangaluru: BJP stages protest in front of Mescom against power cut

September 22, 2015

Mangaluru, Sep 22: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) activists staged a protest outside the corporate office of Mangalore Electricity Supply Company Ltd. here on Tuesday opposing power cuts in the State.

Addressing the protesters, K. Monappa Bhandary, former MLC, said that the State government had failed to meet the demand for power in the State.

It had also failed to address the Kalasa-Bhanduri issue. It was going ahead with the Yettinahole project at the cost of damaging the Western Ghats and the Nethravati.

“It seems the government is in a state of deep slumber,” he said.

Nalin Kumar Kateel, MP, said that despite knowing the poor power situation since last year, the government had so far not made any arrangements to get power from other States.

“The Union government has provided the State with its share of power from the Central Grid. But Power Minister D.K. Shivakumar has so far not made any request of allocation of additional power,” he said.

“You [Mr. Shivakumar] cannot just rely on divine intervention but work [towards getting power],” he added.

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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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