CM announces Rs. 1 lakh compensation for train accident victims, says Vittala case to be reconsidered

May 22, 2012

Mangalore, May 22: Chief Minister D V Sadananda Gowda has announced that a compensation of Rs. 1 lakh will be provided by the government for passengers killed in the train accident involving the Bangalore-bound Hampi Express travelling from Hubli to Bangalore that rammed a stationary goods train near Penukonda station in Anantapur district in Andhra Pradesh today.

Speaking to mediapersons at the district BJP office in Mangalore on Tuesday, Mr. Gowda said that the injured passengers will be doled out Rs.25,000 from the state.

The Chief Minister who is scheduled to take part in the BJP Yuva Morcha's youth conference later in the day said that the government will soon take steps to introduce a youth policy in the state.

On the naxal problem in the district, Mr. Gowda said that a list of suggestions has been given to him by BJP Yuva Morcha which will be analysed and steps would be taken if needed.

A committee will also be formed to study the basic facilities and requirements in naxal affected areas and job opportunities for youth in the areas and submit a report to the government.

Mr. Gowda also said that allegations against Vittala Malekudiya, the tribal student who has been arrested by ANF, would be re-checked by officials.

He declined to comment on any query pertaining to former Chief Minister BS Yeddyurappa.

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Mangaluru: Youth arrested for misleading Instagram post targeting police

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December 19,2025

Mangaluru: The Mangaluru CEN police have arrested a 23-year-old man for allegedly posting provocative and misleading content on an Instagram page named “mr_a_titude”, targeting the Bajpe police.

Mangaluru Commissioner of Police Sudheer Kumar Reddy C H identified the arrested as Abhishek M, a resident of Katipalla in Mangaluru.

A case has been registered at the Bajpe Police Station under Sections 353(1)(c), 353(2), 56, and 57 read with Section 189 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) in connection with the post.

According to police, the accused uploaded a photograph of a hotel on the Instagram page and alleged that accused persons in a murder case under the Bajpe police jurisdiction were being given “royal treatment” by the police, including being served beef meals daily from the hotel.

The post further accused the police of supporting criminals, misusing their authority, and betraying public trust. Police said the content was provocative in nature and aimed at inciting public outrage against the police.

Following the post, a case was registered at the Bajpe police station, and further investigation was transferred to the CEN police station.

Police records indicate that the accused has a criminal history, with multiple cases registered against him, including murder, attempt to murder, assault, and robbery at the Surathkal Police Station, and one case at the Kaup Police Station.

The Commissioner said the accused was traced and arrested using technical evidence.

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