CPI(M) stages dharna against disconnecting drinking water supply

February 21, 2012

Mangalore, February 21: The members of the local unit of the CPI(M) on Tuesday staged a dharna in front of the Mangalore City Corporation demanding restoration of drinking water facility to Tannirbavi area on the outskirts of Mangalore.

In a memorandum submitted to the Commissioner of the MCC, the protesters expressed anguish over the unilateral decision of the authorities to disconnect the drinking water line to the area.

“The residents of Tannirbavi have been deprived of basic facilities for a long time. They have not been benefited from any of government's welfare schemes,” the memorandum said.

They have also not been given the door numbers making it difficult for them to access civic facilities. Despite several complaints no action has been taken to end their misery. CPI (M) had also staged protests on several occasions, besides submitting a memorandum to the District Commissioner, the protesters recalled.

Stepping up their apathy towards the hapless residents of Tannirbavi, the Corporation authorities has on disconnected the water supply to the area since February 16 as per the direction of the executive engineer Linge Gowda.

This is a clear violation of the promise given by the joint commissioner, who had said that the problem would be discussed at the Water Adalat, the CPI (M) said in the memorandum.

Sunil Kumar Bajal, Shameema Banu, member, Tannirbavi Horata Samithi, members of the Dalita Hakkugala Samiti, were present on the occasion.

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

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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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