Mangalore United Cricket Academy launched to promote young talents

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January 17, 2012

Mangalore, January 17: Senior Congress leader and Chairman, Parliamentary Committee, Human Resource Developments, Oscar Fernandes inaugurated the 'Mangalore United Cricket Academy' on Tuesday at a glittering function at The Ocean Pearl here.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Fernandes said, cricket was religion in India and a key factor that united the people across religions and regions. He wished the Academy very best and urged the youngsters to utilize the facilities available at the academy to fine tune their skills.

Yogish Bhat, MLA and the Deputy Speaker, Karnataka Legislative Assembly, presided over the function and appreciated the efforts of Mangalore United in encouraging young cricketing talents in the region.

Mr. Bhat also assured that he would try to secure the additional land available on the periphery of the Golf Course at Pilikula for the Cricket Academy.

B.A. Mohiuddin Bava, president of the Academy, delivered welcome speech and outlined the programmes proposed by the new organization. B.M. Farooq, one of the directors of the Academy, explained the objective of the organization.

The board of directors of the Academy includes, B.A. Farooq, the CMD of Fiza Group of Companies, Dr. Veerendra Haggade, Dharmadhikari, Dharmasthala, P. Dayananda Pai, chairman, Century Group of Companies, Sadananda Shetty, chairman Sri Devi Educational Trust, Y. Abdullah Kunhi, chancellor, Yenepoya Univesity, Dr. Vinaya Hegde, Chancellor, Nitte University, among others.

Chartered Accountant and one of the directors S.S. Nayak proposed vote of thanks. Journalist Manohar Prasad compered the programme.

KPCC secretary Ivan D'Souza, M.A. Gafoor, former MP Vinay Kumar Sorake, Yenapoya Mohammed Kunhi, P.V. Mohan, former mayors Shashidar Hegde, K. Ashraf, Mangalore Airport director M.R. Vasudev, among others, graced the occasion.

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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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