JF convenes a meeting of religious, social leaders

March 31, 2011

Mangalore, March 31: The Mangalore unit of Jam'iyyathul Falah convened a meeting of religious and social leaders as per the project of Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan at 'Jam'iyyathul Falah Community building' here.

Ibrahim Kodijal, President of the unit, presided over while Haji PBA Razaq, District President of JF inaugurated the programme.

Muhammad Kunhi, Manager of Shanthi Prakashana and Rahmathulla, Retired Urdu Inspector, were the resource persons.

In his introductory remarks, Subraya Pai, CRP praised the efforts of JF in implementing various programmes of government.

ZP member NS Karim, former member S Abbas, Kodijal Jumma Masjid Khatheeb Aboobaker Saqafi, Ahmed Abbas were the chief guests.

Ahmed Kunhi, General Secretary welcomed the gathering while member Haji Abdul Nasir KK proposed vote of thanks.

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Vokkaligara Sangha threatens Congress: ‘Shivakumar must be CM or face backlash’

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November 27,2025

Bengaluru: The Vokkaligara Sangha on Thursday issued a stern warning to the Congress, saying the party could face serious electoral repercussions if Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar is not appointed as Chief Minister.

The warning follows the public backing of Shivakumar’s chief ministerial ambition by top Vokkaliga pontiff Nirmalanandanatha Swami, who urged the Congress high command to honor his claim.

“The community supported Congress in the 2023 Assembly elections only because Shivakumar had a real chance to become CM. If he is cheated, we’ll teach the party a big lesson,” said newly elected Sangha president L. Srinivas. He added that Vokkaligas would organize protests under the guidance of community leaders.

General Secretary C.G. Gangadhar pointed out that Congress won more seats in the Vokkaliga-dominated Old Mysuru region due to Shivakumar’s influence, adding, “If Congress wants to retain power, Shivakumar should be made the CM.”

Outgoing president Kenchappa Gowda emphasized Shivakumar’s contribution to Congress’ victory. “Our community voted for Congress thinking he would become CM. Siddaramaiah has also served the party well, but Shivakumar should now be given a chance,” he said.

Former general-secretary Konappa Reddy appealed to Sonia and Rahul Gandhi to recognize Shivakumar’s loyalty and service, saying, “Congress is known to keep its promises. We hope it won’t break the promise made to him.”

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