No secret pact with Congress for 2018 Assembly polls: HDK

Bengaluru, May 2: JD(S) state president H?D Kumaraswamy has said that his party is not a slave to either Chief Minister Siddaramaiah or the Congress party.

Addressing the reporters in Bengaluru on Monday, he said a section of the media has reported that there has been a secret understanding for the select 154 Assembly seats between the Congress and the JD(S) for the 2018 Assembly elections. The source for this report is the chief minister’s office, he charged.

“Why will be there an understanding between the two parties? Has this government provided succor to farmers and employment to youths? Let the Congress not misuse the name of the JD(S) to retain power. Nobody has surrendered the party to the Congress. The JD(S) wants to come to power,” he said.

Kumaraswamy said he would be touring certain districts of the north Karnataka from May 5 for a month to strengthen the party. A good number of programmes have been lined up, he added.

Stating that corruption is rampant in the state, Kumaraswamy said the Congress MLA of Tiptur in Tumakuru district had recently said that he had no money during the last elections. But this time, he has Rs 10 crore. “How did he become so resourceful? The chief minister should have sought an explanation from him. May be the chief minister himself is going to distribute money to the MLAs,” he said sarcastically.

Asked whether he would be lending support to the library supervisors’ protest demanding increase in salaries, the former chief minister replied in the positive. The protest rally is scheduled to be held at Freedom Park in Bengaluru on Tuesday.

“I am told a CD, showing Primary and Secondary Education Minister Tanveer Sait demanding a bribe of Rs six crore to meet the demand of the gram panchayat library supervisors, would be released at the rally. I spoke to Sait. He told me that he is unaware of it. He also said that without his knowledge, probably his driver or a PA of some minister must have raised money,” Kumaraswamy said.

Movie on Kumaraswamy

Kumaraswamy said he has given his consent for a movie that is being made on him. The movie, Bhoomiputra, may become a positive or a negative factor for him, he added.

Director S Narayan has announced that he would direct the movie based on the 20-month rule of Kumaraswamy as chief minister. Arjun Sarja would play the role of Kumaraswamy in the movie.

“The producer is one Prabhu. I believe he was benefited immensely because of a decision I had taken as chief minister. Hence, he wants to produce the movie. He is taking risk,” he added.

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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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