Prof Ichlangod poeticises history of state in 'Karnataka Darshana'

July 27, 2011

Mangalore, July 27: 'Karnataka Darshana', which can be termed as the masterpiece of Prof B M Ichlangod, was released at Press Club here on Wednesday.

The 62 page book, though small in size, poeticises the 2,000 odd years of glorious history of Karnataka, right from the Mauryan rulers in second century BC up to the unification of the state in the early 1970s.

Speaking after releasing the unique work of coastal based writer, Pradeep Kumar Kalkura, President, Dakshina Kannada district Kannada Sahitya Parishat, said that the author has strived to introduce the history of Kannada land to all Kannada readers. “Even college going students can easily read and understand this book,” he opined.

Mr Kalkura pointed out that the writer has exhibited his hold over Kannada literature, by telling the historical stories in the traditional form of 'ragale', which he opined, too hard to master.

Expressing gratitude to all who supported and encouraged him to accomplish the work, Prof Ichalngod said that 'Karnataka Darshana' is a collection of 41-poems on history of Karnataka that chronicles its important milestone enroute.

“Many experts, who went through 'Karnataka Darshana', have opined that this book is unique in style,” he said.

Prof Ichlangod, however, expressed concern that the youth is gradually losing interest in literature, especially poetry.

Harish Rai, President, Dakshina Kannada Working Journalists Union, Jeevan, President, Kannada Sangha, Mangalore and P Mohandas Shetty, President, Moodbidre Kannada Sangha were present on the occasion.

Published by Kannada Sangha, Moodbidri, the face value of the book is Rs 50.

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Siddaramaiah's camp on alert as Karnataka Congress leadership rift escalates

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Bengaluru, Nov 27: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s camp is reportedly on alert as the Congress leadership tussle in the state intensifies, particularly amid speculation over the potential promotion of Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar. Siddaramaiah is said to be in a “wait-and-watch” mode after admitting to “confusion” earlier this week and urging the party to “put a full stop” to it.

Sources say his supporters are ready to act if senior leaders — including party chief Mallikarjun Kharge, Sonia Gandhi, and Rahul Gandhi — give any indication of backing Shivakumar. If the party insists on a leadership change, Siddaramaiah’s camp has a list of alternatives, underscoring the deep rift between the two leaders. One possible candidate is Home Minister G. Parameshwara, a Siddaramaiah loyalist and influential Dalit leader.

The strategy was reportedly finalized at a meeting led by PWD Minister Satish Jarkiholi, another Siddaramaiah supporter, who stressed that Delhi leaders need to resolve the issue. Kharge and the Gandhis are expected to meet soon, after which Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar may be summoned to Delhi.

Shivakumar has largely stayed non-confrontational, publicly endorsing Siddaramaiah and downplaying speculation about his own ambitions. However, he has made pointed comments emphasizing the importance of honoring promises, directed at Siddaramaiah.

The feud traces back to the 2023 state election, when Siddaramaiah was chosen as Chief Minister while Shivakumar, who led the party’s campaign, was made Deputy CM and state party chief — a departure from the Congress’ usual “one post per person” rule.

There were also hints of a prior understanding that Siddaramaiah would step down midway through the term. As the halfway mark passed last week, Shivakumar-aligned lawmakers have ramped up pressure on the party for a leadership change, with Shivakumar himself hinting at stepping down as state party chief to pursue the top job.

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