Confusion continues over Bababudangiri Swami Urus

Chikmagalur, March 13: The confusions clouding the Urus celebration at Sriguru Dattatreya Bababudangiri Swami Darga near here seems to be amplifying by every passing day.

In a press release issued on Friday, the Darga traditional head Sayed Gaus Mohiyuddin Shakhadri has said, he had sent an application to the Deputy Commissioner requesting his permission for observing Urus as per the order issued by the Supreme Court.

“After the discussions with Fakir, we have decided the Urus schedule on March 26, 27 and 28. We oppose the opinion of the BJP Minority Block who has urged us to celebrate Uroos on the day suggested by the district administration. I request the district administration to reply to my letter at the earliest,” he said.

In yet another development, the temporary committee consisting of 25 members which has extended support to the Shakhadri has suspended the committee President Aurangazeb from his post. Responding to his suspension, Aurangazeb said, he was appointed as the President by 40 dignitaries and the committee has no right to hold such kind of meetings all of a sudden and suspend the President.

If at all the members think that they have the power, then let them exhibit the power first and then suspend me, he challenged. He defended his acts by saying that he has only acted as a bridge between the Deputy Commissioner and the Shakhadri. He opined that entire confusion will be cleared once the Shakhadri arrives at India before the Holi fest.

DC N S Channappa Gowda has said that according to the previous orders, Uroos must be celebrated on the very next day of Holi. This year the Holi is on March 19, thus Uroos must be observed on March 20, 21 and 22, he confirmed.

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Dakshina Kannada’s 8-year-old author debuts novel on world stage at Sharjah Book Fair

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November 24,2025

Sharjah, UAE: Ayisha Basheer Esra, a talented young writer hailing from Aramboor in Dakshina Kannada’s Sullia taluk, marked a significant milestone in her burgeoning literary career with the launch of her debut novel, The Betrayal of the Kingdom, at the Sharjah International Book Fair. The prestigious event, recognized as the world’s largest book fair, provided a fitting stage for the unveiling of Esra’s work.

The official release ceremony was conducted by Sheikh Abdullah bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Director of the Religious Affairs Office of the Sharjah Government and a distinguished member of the royal family, underscoring the significance of Esra’s achievement. Mrs. Lini Shivaprasad, Principal of GEMS Millennium School, Sharjah, had the honor of receiving the first copy of the novel.

The event was graced by the presence of numerous distinguished guests, reflecting the widespread recognition of Esra’s literary talent and the anticipation surrounding her debut novel. Among the notable attendees were Syed Panakkad Munawwarali Shihab Tangal, Dr. Mariam Al Shenasi, the UAE’s renowned writer and Head of Dar Al Yasmin Publications, Dr. K. K. N. Kurup, Retired Vice Chancellor of Calicut University and Historian, Sharjah Businessman Shamsuddin Bin Mohideen, Nizar Talangara, President of the Sharjah Indian Association, V. T Salim, Director of Silver Home Real Estate, Munir Al Wafa, MD of Lipi Publication Akbar, and other esteemed individuals.

At the remarkably young age of eight, Esra has already established herself as a prolific writer, authoring and publishing collections of short stories in addition to her newly released full-length novel. Her dedication to writing and her exceptional talent have positioned her as one of the youngest authors to achieve such literary success.

Esra is the daughter of Basheer and Haseena, residents of Aramboor, Sullia, and currently a student at Sharjah’s GEMS Millennium School. Her early accomplishments serve as an inspiration to aspiring young writers and a testament to the power of nurturing creativity from a young age.

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