Coastal districts included in cyclone risk mitigation project'

March 14, 2012

Mangalore, March 14: Dakshina Kannada, Udupi and Uttara Kannada districts have been included under National Cyclone Risk Mitigation project which is funded by the World Bank, said Secretary (Disaster Management) Amar Narayan.

Secretary (Disaster Management) Amar Narayan (Centre) chairing a meet in Mangalore on Tuesday. (From left) Udupi ADC Prabhakar?Sharma, Udupi DC Dr M T Reju, DK DC Dr N S ?Channapa Gowda and Uttara Kannada DC Imkongla Jamir look on.Speaking at a meeting, he said under the project, the three districts would get Rs 34.66. The fund will be shared by the Centre and the State on 75:25 ratio.

The meeting discussed on various measures taken for disaster management and also to check sea erosion.

Deputy Commissioner Dr N S Channappa Gowda said that Dakshina Kannada requires a boat and a wood cutting machine. Boat is essential during floods in monsoon. He raised the issue of problems faced by the fishermen and the landslide in Konkan railway route during monsoon, to which, Amar Narayan promised to sanction three boats to three districts. The funds have been released for all the 30 districts for taking up programmes related to disaster management. He urged the DCs to give a proposed list of demands.

On artificial floods in Mangalore City Corporation limits during monsoon, MCC Commissioner Dr Harish said that owing to precautionary measures which were taken up last year, there was no major problems related to artificial floods last year. All the precautionary measures will be taken to check artificial flood this year too, he added. Amar Narayan said there is no restriction over the purchase of emergency materials during disaster. The materials can be handed over to KSRP, police or Home Guards to maintain. It is left to the DC to decide on the maintenance of the materials.

Fisheries Deputy Director stressed on the need for high power communication frequency to avoid delay in communication during monsoon.

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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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