Commissioner suspends Inspector Lingappa

February 8, 2011

Mangalore, February 8: Mangalore City police Commissioner Seemanth Kumar Singh has placed Mangalore Rural Police Inspector B R Lingappa under suspension for allowing a live band of sorts to function in a licensed pub in his jurisdiction.

The disciplinary action follows a raid carried out by Panambur ACP on the pub located at Thokkottu junction on the Konaje road on Saturday night and based on his report, the suspension orders were passed late on Monday.

Speaking to media person Singh said that Lingappa has been suspended because he apparently failed to stop the illegal activities that were taking place within the jurisdiction of his circle.

Commissioner said that he dealt with Lingappa strictly following the raid on the “Bouncer,” pub in Thokkottu.

The raid:

Based on credible information that obscene and erotic dances and live band were being run in 'Bouncer Pub' till late night, police had conducted a raid under the direction of Puttamadaiah on Saturday night.

The pub located upstairs of Sarovar Bar and Restaurant in Thokkottu junction was started a year ago and was run by one Mahesh Bhoja Shetty.

Circle Inspector Lingappa was kept out of the team that raided the pub, from where six persons were arrested including five girls.

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Promising life cut short: Mangaluru college student killed in Padubidri road accident

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November 30,2025

Mangaluru, Nov 30: A 22-year-old college student succumbed to her injuries at a private hospital in Mangaluru today, days after she was hit by a goods tempo while crossing a road in Padubidri.

The deceased has been identified as Preksha, a resident of Nadsalu Billitota in Padubidri. The fatal incident occurred as Preksha, who was returning home after completing her examination, attempted to cross the service road towards Mangaluru. She was struck by a goods tempo approaching from the Udupi side, causing her to fall and sustain a severe head injury.

Prompt action from local residents ensured she received immediate first aid before being rushed to a hospital in Mangaluru for specialised treatment. Despite medical efforts, she passed away while undergoing care.

Preksha was a student at Karavali College, Vamanjoor on the outskirts of Mangaluru city. The tragedy is compounded by the fact that she belonged to a financially vulnerable family, having previously lost her father. She is survived by her mother and brother.

A case related to the accident has been registered at the Padubidri police station, and an investigation is underway to determine the exact circumstances that led to the collision. The incident highlights the growing concerns over road safety, particularly on busy service roads, and serves as a tragic reminder of the human cost of traffic accidents.

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