CM inaugurates Koti Chennayya Park in Karkala

January 29, 2012

Karkala, January 29: Chief Minister D V Sadananda Gowda on Saturday stressed the need to make younger generation aware of the ideals, sacrifices and teachings of Koti and Chennayya, legendary heroes of Tulunadu.

Inaugurating the first phase of the Koti Chennayya Theme Park here, Mr. Gowda said the work had been completed at a cost of Rs. 1.78 crore. In the second phase, an herbal garden in memory of Deye Baidethi, mother of Koti and Chennayya, would be established at the park. A meeting would be held in Bangalore shortly to discuss the plan for the work related to the second phase.

The government wanted to develop park as a major tourist centre in the State and canteen and toilet facilities would be provided there, he said.

The government was committed to developing Karkala as a historical and pilgrim centre. “I consider Udupi as my own district. I will give importance to all development projects in the district,” Mr. Gowda said.

Road-widening

Mr. Gowda launched the work on widening Bandimath-Ananthashayana road to be taken up at a cost of Rs. 2 crore. He also inaugurated the Bandimath Bus Terminus constructed at a cost of Rs. 1.10 crore.

Comments

Add new comment

Coastaldigest.com reserves the right to delete or block any comments.
Coastaldigset.com is not responsible for its readers’ comments.
Comments that are abusive, incendiary or irrelevant are strictly prohibited.
Please use a genuine email ID and provide your name to avoid reject.

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

News Network

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.

Comments