VHP, Bajrang Dal demand action against drug cartel

August 10, 2011

Mangalore, August 10: Vishwa Hindu Parishad and Bajrang Dal petitioned the Mangalore City Police on Tuesday demanding initiatives to curb the rampant drug mafia in Dakshina Kannada district.

Led by VHP leader Jagadish Shenava the delegation urged the Mangalore City Police Commissioner Seemanth Kumar Singh to probe into the allegation that Mangalore's former Mayor Ashraf's son Arif and his friends are involved in drug racket.

“Many girls in the city have become victims of drug abuse. An organised racket is behind this crime”, the delegation said.

Mr Singh promised to take legal action against the narcotics mafia.

The organisations also submitted another memorandum requesting the Commissioner to stop the use of DJ equipment and obscene clothes which humiliate Indian culture during Krishna Janmashtami, Ganesh Chaturthi and Navarathri celebrations.

Gopal Kutthar, General Secretary, VHP, Srikara Prabhu, BJP leader, Sharan Pompwell, Convenor, Bajrang Dal, Mangalore were among the delegation.

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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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