Kannadigas protest against Kerala govt hits traffic at Talapady

June 8, 2017

Mangaluru, Jun 8: Kannada Chavavali Vatal Paksha president Vatal Nagaraj said Karnataka bandh will be observed on June 12, opposing the bill passed by the Kerala state government, making Malayalam compulsory in Kasargod.

Taking part in the Kasargod Chalo protest organised by pro-Kannada organisations at Talapady on Thursday, he said the Kannadigas in Kerala are being looked down upon.

“The Kerala government is always doing injustice to the Kannadigas in Kasargod. It should immediately withdraw the controversial bill. Languages cannot be imposed on people. Kannadigas in Kerala, who are the linguistic minority, will be affected with the implementation of the compulsory Malayalam in Kasargod. All constitutional rights should be guaranteed to Kannadigas. It if is not done, the protests will be intensified,” he warned.

He urged MLAs and MPs to raise the issue in their respective Houses. The central government should implement the recommendations of Mahajan report and merge Kasargod with Karnataka. All Kannadigas should be part of the fight in bringing back Kasargod to Karnataka. Kannada Chavavali Vatal Paksha will continue the fight started by poet laureates and writers M Govinda Pai, Kayyara Kinhanna Rai, K Shivaram Karanth, and B M Idinabba, he said.

The members of Karnataka Rakshana Vedike, Rashtriya Parisara Samrakshana Okkoota, various pro-Kannada organisations in Kasargod and others took out rallies from Udupi on Thursday and joined the protesters at Talapady. Hundreds of protesters blocked roads.

The police arrested Vatal Nagaraj, Praveen Shetty, Kannada Jagruthi Samiti district president Sathyanarayana Amai, Kushala Parekatte, Bharathraj Uyilattadka and others. They were released later.

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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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