Human Rights Commission hears people's grievances in Bhatkal

January 21, 2012

Bhatkal, January 21: The State Human Rights Commission on Friday held a meeting in Bhatkal to hear the grievances of the people and to settle pending cases in Bhatkal taluk. S.R. Nayak, Chairman of SHRC, attended the meeting.

Rama Moger, president of the forest encroachers' association, complained that the forest officials were evicting people from the encroached forestland without issuing any notice to them. Mr. Nayak asked the officials not to do so. When people complained that they were facing problems because of the Coastal Regulation Zone Act, Mr. Nayak said that the Act was introduced to help fishermen and they should ensure its proper implementation.

Mr. Nayak asked the Assistant Commissioner to take action against those indulging in immoral activities in the garden near the municipal office building. People had complained that the garden was being used for immoral activities. A sum of Rs. 10 lakh spent on the garden would go waste, they had stated.

Mr. Nayak asked the officials to take action against those who sold hooch.

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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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