Palakkad MP raises Vittala arrest issue in Parliament

Mangalore, May 4: M B Rajesh, Palakkad MP, on Friday raised in the Parliament the issue of the arrest of tribal boy Vittala Malekudiya, a student of MCJ at Mangalore University by ANF for alleged naxal links and the atrocities he has been facing from them.

Speaking to Coastaldigest.com, Mr. Rajesh said that he raised the issue of Mr. Vittala's arrest in the House and spoke about the atrocities that he and his father Linganna faced at the hands of ANF.

“I told the House that the ANF has been torturing the tribals in the region. I also brought to the notice of the House, the arrest of Vittala and his father and the violation of court orders by policemen who brought Vittala to the examination hall in handcuffs”, said Mr. Rajesh.

The MP also informed that he spoke about violation of the Forest Rights Act by authorities in the region as well.

Mr. Rajesh said that MPs of Trinammol Congress and Left parties expressed support for his cause. He demanded centre's intervention in the issue, he said. The House was later adjourned, he said.

Mr. Rajesh had paid a visit to the Mangalore Jail on April 18 and met Mr. Vittala and Mr. Linganna. He had also visited Mr. Vittala's village and spoken to his mother Honnamma and other villagers.

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SMR Public School’s ‘EXCELLENTIA’ highlights academic excellence and holistic growth

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December 16,2025

Melkar (Bantwal): The 9th Annual Day celebration of SMR Public School, titled “EXCELLENTIA”, was held on December 15 with great enthusiasm and dignity, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s journey towards academic excellence and holistic development.

The programme was inaugurated by Dr. U. T. Iftikar Ali. The chief guests were Dr. Akhtar Hussain, Mr. P. Moosabba Beary, Mr. Zakaria Jokattre, and Dr. T. M. Abdul Rahuf—whose inspiring addresses motivated the students and appreciated the school’s contributions to education.

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The Annual Report was presented by the Headmistress, Ms. Fathimathul Zaheera, highlighting the school’s achievements and progress during the academic year. The Presidential Address was delivered by the Chairman of SMR Public School, Dr. Haji S. M. Rasheed, who emphasised the vital role of education in shaping students’ futures and stressed the importance of discipline, dedication, and consistent effort in achieving 100 per cent academic results.

Secretary of SMR Public School, Mr. Rifath Ahmed, and PTA President, Mr. Sandeep Kumar, were also present on the occasion.

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