Man suffers burns at AC factory, forum alleges negligence

January 9, 2012

Udupi, January 9: A delegation of Tulunadu Rakshana Vedike met the Deputy Commissioner of Udupi here seeking compensation and justice to a 23-year-old labourer who had suffered burns following an explosion in the factory where he was working.

Ashfaq, son of Abdul Rehman, a resident of Koteshwar in Kundapur had been working at Cooling Technique Refrigerator and Air Condition factory in BTM Layout in Bangalore. On December 19 Ashfaq along with four others were injured in an explosion in the factory.

Since Asfhaq had sustained severe burns he was admitted at the Victoria Hospital. Since the factory owners and management did not pay enough attention to the issue, he was brought to Udupi by his parents and admitted at the local hospital.

The apathy and negligent attitude of the factory owners compelled the injured labourer's parents to seek the help of Tulunadu Rakshana Vedike.

The delegation of the Vedike, led by Yogish Shetty Jeppu and convenor of the women's wing Jyotika Jain, met Dr. M.T. Reju and apprised him of the situation.

The delegation has requested the authorities to guarantee necessary compensation from the factory management. They have also demanded action against the factory management for their apathy towards the injured worker and also for not providing safety gears to the workers.

Nisar Inoli, Siraj Hussain, Nazeer Kundapur, among others, were part of the delegation.

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Screen silence: Karnataka’s bold ‘switch-off’ strategy to boost SSLC scores

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February 5,2026

In an era where digital distractions are the primary rival to academic excellence, the Karnataka Education Department is taking the fight directly to the living room. As the SSLC (Class 10) annual examinations loom, officials have launched a localized "digital strike" to ensure students aren't losing their competitive edge to scrolling or soap operas.

The 7-to-9 Lockdown

The department has issued a formal directive urging—and in some cases, enforcing via home visits—a total blackout of mobile phones and television sets between 7:00 PM and 9:00 PM. This two-hour window is being designated as "sacred study time" across the state until the examinations conclude on April 2.

Key Pillars of the Initiative:

• Doorstep Advocacy: Teachers are transitioning from classrooms to living rooms, meeting parents to explain the psychological benefits of a distraction-free environment.

• Parental Accountability: The campaign shifts the burden of discipline from the student to the household, asking parents to lead by example and switch off their own devices.

• The Timeline: The focus remains sharp on the upcoming exam block, scheduled from March 18 to April 2.

"The objective is simple: uninterrupted focus. We are reclaiming the evening hours for the students, ensuring their environment is as prepared as their minds," stated a senior department official.

Student vs. Reality

While the student community has largely welcomed the "forced focus"—with many admitting they lack the willpower to ignore notifications—the move has sparked a debate on enforceability. Without a "TV Police," the success of this initiative rests entirely on the shoulders of parents and the persuasive power of visiting educators.

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