Truce: Eshwarappa to lead OBC wing, told to stay off Rayanna brigade

January 28, 2017

Bengaluru, Jan 28: BJP national president Amit Shah on Friday night brokered peace between BS Yeddyurappa and KS Eshwarappa. The party has asked Eshwarappa to stay away from the Sangolli Rayanna brigade and vested him with the activities of the party's OBC wing.

After a dinner meeting at Shah's residence in New Delhi, party national general secretary Muralidhar Rao said: "Eshwarappa has been made the prabhari of the BJP's OBC morchas. All the community rallies will be organized by the BJP's OBC morcha. In turn, no BJP leader will be associated with any brigade." A source from the Yeddy urappa camp said: "Shah wanted to put an early end to the dispute. He did not want Yeddyurappa to be constrained by factional issues in the party." Shah reportedly warned the leaders against indulging in internal squabbles and advised them to focus on the forthcoming elections.

Though yanked out of the Rayanna brigade -a pet project for more than six months -Eshwarappa emerged from the meeting happy. He said: "I've been made the OBC prabhari. The tiff with Yeddyurappa is history."

The Shivamogga leader said he would continue to support the brigade, albeit apolitically. "I've been asked not to get involved with the brigade politically. So I will be with the organization as a social worker," he added.

The truce has dislodged Arvind Limbavali as OBC leader, hinting at a reshuffle of the party's office bearers.Asked if his demand for a rejig had been met, Eshwarappa said: "Shah says it will be looked into."

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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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