Five nominated members' seats to MCC; 50 aspirants in fray

May 22, 2013

Mangalore, May 22: After all the running to get the assembly tickets, there is a sense of competition that has started off within the Congress party circles. This time the race is to get the chance to become the nominated members to the Mangalore city Corporation. Despite the place being open only for five nominated members, there are more than 50 in fray.

The nominated members are selected by the MLAs representing the areas which come under MCC limits. In this manner entire Mangalore South constituency represented by J R Lobo comes under MCC limits, 50 per cent of Mangalore North constituency represented by Moideen Bava and parts of Mangalore constituency represented by U T Khader come under MCC limits. While Lobo and Bava get to nominate two each, Khader will nominate one.

According to sources, U T Khader is likely to nominate the name of Block Congress President Nagendra Kumar. Mr Lobo is said to have decided on the names of Congress loyalists T K Sudhir and Nawaz, two members who have identified themselves as grassroots workers. In any case an intense competition within Congress house cannot be ruled out.

However, the competition is the most in Moideen Bava's constituency. It is said that names of six persons have been finalized from the bunch of aspirants. The list of aspirants mainly includes the names of those members who were denied ticket during the ULB polls but opted not to contest as rebel candidates.

Ramachandra Shetty Kulai, Pramodh Bhandary, Anand Amin, Padmanabha Shetty are some of the names that are making rounds. There are demands that one seat for nominated member must be given to Govardhan Shettigar, a senior congress member.

The names of the aspirants are more because it is a cake walk without the hassles of contesting the elections.

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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.

Mr. Abdul Nasir, Mr. Ibrahim Gadiyar, Mr. Razak Golthamajal, Mr. Sali Koya, Mr. Arshad Hussain, Mr. Ismail Balanoor, Mr. Feroz Bawa, Mr. Sahul Hameed, Mr. Abubakkar, Mr. Hameed K. Mani, Mr. Abdul Majeed (Principal, Melkar Women’s College), and Mr. Abdul Lathief (Former Principal, Melkar Women’s College) were the guests of honour.

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.

The Annual Day celebration showcased the collective efforts of students and teachers and reaffirmed the school’s commitment to quality education and all-round development. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to all dignitaries, parents, and well-wishers for their support. The 9th Annual Day—EXCELLENTIA—was a memorable and successful event, leaving a lasting impression on everyone present.

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