Manipal residents voice concern over new bar

March 1, 2011

Udupi, March 1: Residents of Laxmindara Nagara, near Manipal, have raised their objection to a Bar and Restaurant, proposed to come up in “Daffodi”, a residential apartment, in the second cross.

Speaking to press persons, on behalf of the residents, Dr Rajgopal Shenoy, professor of surgery, KMC Manipal, said that they learnt that excise department had issued permission to start a Bar and Restaurant in the apartment, in a residential area.

“In the second cross road, four houses of senior citizens and two houses of widows exist within just 10-20 days. If a bar is come up, it disturbs the serenity of local people, beauty of the surrounding, creates noise, violence, disturbance, nuisance, health problems'', he said.

He alleged that a Municipal councilor had been supporting the setting up a bar in the locality and as a result CMC had granted permission to the bar within three days. Officials had been neglecting their objection to the proposed bar, he added.

He said that they had sought the help of the Consumer Forum Udupi and also submitted a memorandum to the Governor of Karnataka.

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Udupi school girl Shagun Verma Hegde to lead India U-15 volleyball team in China

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December 2,2025

Udupi, Dec 2: A wave of regional pride is sweeping through Udupi district as Shagun S Verma Hegde, a talented Class 9 student from Christ King English Medium High School, Karkala, has been named the captain of the Indian National Team for the Under-15 Girls’ Volleyball Championship.

Shagun holds the unique distinction of being the sole player from Karnataka selected to represent the country in the prestigious international tournament. The championship, organized by the School Games Federation, is scheduled to take place in Shangluo, China, from December 3 to 13, where Shagun will lead the national squad.

A Remarkable Journey to the Top

Shagun’s selection is a testament to her dedication and exceptional skill on the court. Her journey included several rigorous rounds of selection:

• She was the only player from Udupi district to qualify for the state-level selection camp.

• Out of eight players from Karnataka who advanced to the national selection camp in Pune, Maharashtra, Shagun was the only one to secure a place in the final national squad.

• The national camp saw participation from approximately 200 players, which was shortlisted to 23. Shagun not only made the final cut but was also ranked as the second-best player overall, solidifying her leadership role.

Shagun, who is the daughter of Sandesh Verma and Shruthiraj of Kallotte, Karkala, has trained under experienced coaches Santosh D’Souza, Jeevan D’Silva, Jairaj Poojary, and Ramesh. Her selection as the team captain has brought profound honour to her family, school, the Udupi district, and the entire state of Karnataka.

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