Oscar accuses State Government of weakening Panchayat Raj system

June 19, 2011

Udupi, Jun 19: AICC General Secretary and Rajyasabha member Oscar Fernandies accused the BJP led Karnataka Government of weakening the Panchayat Raj system by diverting funds of Gram Panchayats to the MLAs.

He was speaking at the Congress Nadige - Janara Balige, programme organized at the residence of Moodumane Sanjiv Sherigar, near Karval in Alevoor village here on Sunday.

Oscar said that the Congress Nadigi- Janara Balige was aimed at connecting party leaders to the grass root workers to strengthen the party base in the state.

He also called upon the party men to expose the ill deeds of the corrupt BJP government in the state and publicise the flagship projects of the Congress led UPA government.

In his presidential address Alevoor Gram Panchayat President Hareesh Kini stressed the need for frequent visits of party leaders to the rural areas. Ex MLA Vasanth V Salian, KPCC Secretary MA Gafoor, ZP Member Diwakar Kundar, TP member Pravin Shetty, KPYCC General Secretary Amruth Shenoy, Shekhar Kalapratibha, Kittu Naik, Ramananda Nayak and others participated.

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Stranded, hungry, and helpless: Last-minute cancellation of Dammam flight sparks chaos at Mangaluru Airport

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November 24,2025

Mangaluru, Nov 24: The original departure time of 11.10 pm was a distant memory for scores of Dammam-bound passengers at Mangaluru International Airport last Friday night, as their Air India Express flight was abruptly cancelled at the eleventh hour, sparking hours of frustration and chaos.

The flight, IX 885, initially scheduled to depart at 11.10 pm on November 22, was subject to two back-to-back reschedules—first pushed to 11.45 pm and then significantly postponed to 1.40 am—before the final, crushing announcement of cancellation was made. For the travellers, many of whom are likely expatriate workers with tight schedules, the last-minute change marked the beginning of a distressing ordeal.

"There was no drinking water, no food, and absolutely no proper guidance. We were left stranded like refugees," complained a stranded passenger.

According to multiple passenger accounts, the airline's ground staff failed to provide adequate support or essential amenities following the cancellation. Complaints poured in about the total absence of drinking water, food provisions, and any reliable guidance from the carrier's representatives. Travellers alleged they were left stranded for a considerable period, with no immediate arrangements or clear communication offered regarding accommodation or alternative travel to send them back home.

The incident has highlighted serious concerns over the carrier's contingency planning and customer service protocols during flight disruptions at one of India's key international gateways. The airline is yet to issue a comprehensive statement addressing the alleged lapse in passenger care.

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