Yadav Poojary's friends to build memorial to mark 10th year of his martyrdom

March 5, 2012

Mangalore, March 5: Veera Yodha Yadav Friends Trust will celebrate the decennial celebrations on March 11 at Ammunje here, by laying the foundation for “Amarashree”, a building in tribute to the brave soldier who laid down his life in the service of the nation, informed Praveen Chowta, secretary, and Ashok Kumar Kolambekodi, president, here on Monday.

The Trust was formed in 2002 in memory of Yadav Poojary, son of Sommappa Poojary and Rukmini couple, who fell prey to enemy bullets on March 10, a few months after completing his training and getting posted in the desert of Rajasthan.

Yadav completed his primary education in Ammunje and Pre University education at Government P U College Benjanapadavu. Having faced financial difficulties at home he went looking for a job. He undertook some odd jobs.

Following an advice from Sebastian Kuthino, retired Air Force Flying Officer, he applied for a job in the Indian Army and got selected for the service.

The friends of Yadav set up an organisation called 'VeeraYodha Yadav Friends' a day after his funeral. For three years some like-minded people took the organization forward by organising health camps, eye camps and village level Kabaddi tournaments.

In the fourth year, friends of Yadav Poojary formed Veera Yodha Yadav Friends Trust. This organization has been conducting religious, social, educational, sports and cultural activities. They have helped in building houses for the poor and blood camps for them as well. Every year SSLC and PU Students get scholarships and school children receive uniforms.

The organization is 10 years old now and with the intention of immortalising Veera Yadav's name a memorial building by the name “Amarashree” is being built at Ammunje Shri Vinayak Temple premises.

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From Dubai boom to Bengaluru backlash: Inside CJ Roy’s journey

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Though Roy’s business interests extended across continents, his roots lay firmly in Karnataka. An alumnus of Christ School in Bengaluru, he later moved to Tumakuru to pursue an engineering degree. Those familiar with his early years describe him as intensely ambitious, beginning his career as a salesman at a small electronics firm dealing in computers.

Roy’s entry into large-scale real estate came through the Crystal Group, where he worked closely with Latha Namboothiri and rose from manager to director. However, the launch of the Confident Group in 2005 was clouded by industry speculation. Insiders speak of a fallout involving alleged “benami” properties and claims of deception that ultimately led to his independent venture—an episode Roy spent years trying to distance himself from, according to associates.

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Roy’s professional trajectory diverged sharply across geographies.

In Dubai, he built a reputation as a bold and efficient developer, completing massive luxury residential projects in record time—some reportedly within 11 months. His rapid project delivery and lavish lifestyle in the Emirates earned him admiration and visibility in the real estate sector.

In Bengaluru, however, his image remained far more fractured. Sources say Roy stayed away from the city for several years amid disputes over unpaid dues to vendors and suppliers. Several projects were allegedly stalled, with accusations of unfulfilled commitments to cement and steel suppliers continuing to follow him.

Roy’s return to Bengaluru’s business and social circles began around 2018, marked by a conscious attempt at rebranding. His appointment as Honorary Consul of the Slovak Republic added diplomatic legitimacy, which he complemented with visible CSR initiatives, including ambulance donations and high-profile charity events.

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Following the incident, police personnel from the Central division were deployed outside the Confident Group building in Langford Town, which also houses the Slovak Honorary Consulate in Bengaluru.

The otherwise busy premises near Hosur Road wore a deserted look on Friday, reflecting the shock and uncertainty that followed the tragedy.

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