Adichunchanagiri seer's 68th birth anniversary celebrated

January 29, 2012

Mangalore, January 29: The 68th birth anniversary of Balaganghadharanatha Swamiji of Shri Adichunchanagiri Mahasamsthana Mutt was celebrated at Abhiman Green Lawns, backyard of BGS School in the city on Saturday.

Participating in the grand event Chief Minister D V Sadananda Gowda lauded the role of Sri Adhichunchanagiri Maha Samsthana Mutt in unity of the nation.

Mr Gowda also opined that the Adhichunchanagiri Mutt has been rendering a great help to the poor in getting medical care. “The service of the mutt has reduced the burden of the government”, he said.

Speaking on the occasion, Union Railway Minister of State KH Muniyappa opined that Sri Adhichunchanagiri Maha Samsthana Mutt has been implementing the words of Basavanna by serving the people without any discrimination.

Sri Rama Vidya Kendra Kaladka Convener Dr. Kaladka Prabhakar Bhat said that many political leaders were motivated by the religious leaders during freedom fight. Balagangadharanatha Maha Swamiji is following the words of Swamy Vivekananda and giving his best to the society. Sri Adhichunchanagiri Maha Samsthana Mutt is trying to protect Hindu community. “We should be proud to have such a Swamiji” he added.

NICE managing Director Ashok Kheni demanded the State Government to give subsidy for the visitors of Kashi, a holy place for Hindus. He also demanded Chief Minister to give green signal for a road project between Mangalore and Bangalore through which one can reach the other city n just three hours.

Speaking on Balagangadharanatha Maha Swamiji birth anniversary, Hosanagar Raghaveshwara Bharathi Swamiji said that the seer lives for the society. “He is immortal as he lives for the society.”

Speaking after receiving all honours, Balagangadharanatha Maha Swamiji hailed Chief Minister. He said that Chief Minister has a good team with him and he is working without any discrimination in the society. He hoped that the good work of CM would continue for the next three years too.

Audio of the movie 'Sri Kshetra Adhichunchanagiri' was released on the occasion. The movie is being produced by BV Narasihmayya and directed by Saiprakash.

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International Airport in Udupi, Metro to Mangaluru…: Pontiffs present comprehensive Udupi development plan to PM

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November 30,2025

Udupi: The pontiffs of Sri Paryaya Puttige Mutt, the sacred seat of Jagadguru Shrimad Madhvacharya Moola Samsthanam, have submitted a proposal to the Prime Minister seeking comprehensive development for Udupi district.

Proposal for International Airport

A key request is the establishment of an international airport. Highlighting that around 1,000 acres of land are available and suitable, the pontiffs noted that the existing Mangalore Airport provides limited international connectivity. They suggested the airport be developed under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) or as a Greenfield Airport to boost trade, education, healthcare, and spiritual tourism.

Metro and Rapid Transit Connectivity

The proposal also calls for Metro Rail or Rapid Transit between Mangaluru and Udupi. The 55 km coastal stretch experiences heavy daily commuter traffic, causing congestion. The district administration is ready to prepare an initial project report for a Mass Rapid Transit corridor and requested inclusion under national urban mobility programmes to ensure safe, green, and time-efficient regional transport.

Port and Coastal Development

The pontiffs urged the development of an international-standard port with a cruise terminal along Udupi’s coast. They also requested fast-tracking of pending coastal tourism projects and revising Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) norms to encourage sustainable infrastructure and hospitality investment.

IT, AI and Technological Infrastructure

Support was sought for an IT and AI Innovation Park with incubation facilities under Digital India and Startup India initiatives. The proposal also emphasized the need for strengthened data security and cloud computing infrastructure to boost India’s technological independence.

Sports and Education Initiatives

The pontiffs requested national sports status for Kambala, along with financial and infrastructure support. They also sought the establishment of an AIIMS in Udupi, a new IIT campus, and approval for an IIM to promote higher education in the district.

Representation to the Prime Minister

Sri Sugunendra Tirtha Pontiff and Sri Sushrendra Tirtha Swamiji represented the pontiffs in submitting the comprehensive development proposal to the Prime Minister during his recent visit.

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