Mangaluru: Home minister sets Aug 15 deadline to curb drug menace

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June 7, 2023

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Mangaluru: Home minister G Parameshwara has set a deadline of August 15 for the police to curb the drug menace in the region.

The minister, after holding a review meeting with top officials of the Western Range comprising Dakshina Kannada, Udupi, Uttara Kannada and Chikkamagaluru police units and Mangaluru city police, expressed confidence that the officers will work towards eradicating the menace by identifying peddlers, consumers and the supply chain, to put an end to the drug menace.

“The police will carry out a drive in Mangaluru and surrounding areas, against drug peddlers and consumers,” he told reporters on Tuesday. 

He requested students and the public not to fall prey to the drug menace and other illegal activities like matka and gambling. 

He sought the cooperation of the youth to create a good environment. “Mangaluru is referred to as an education hub, and there is a need to bring back the past glory of the place by creating a conducive atmosphere,” he said.

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May 10,2025

Mangaluru, May 10: A new chapter in Mangaluru’s infrastructure story unfolds on May 16, as Chief Minister Siddaramaiah arrives to inaugurate two transformative projects: the newly built Deputy Commissioner’s Office at Padil and a world-class indoor stadium at Urwa.

These developments signal a strong push toward better governance and enhanced urban amenities in the coastal city.

₹75 Crore DC Office

The new DC Office, spread across a modern campus at Padil, comes with a price tag of ₹75 crore. Initially budgeted at ₹55 crore, the project received an additional ₹20 crore under the Smart City Mission, aimed at integrating technology and convenience in public administration.

“This facility reflects our vision of a centralized, people-friendly government. With 23 departments under one roof, citizens can now access services more efficiently,” said District In-charge Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao.

The phased relocation of departments will begin on the day of inauguration and be completed over the next 2 to 3 weeks.

₹35 Crore Indoor Stadium Opens Doors

Also on the agenda is the grand opening of Mangaluru’s new indoor sports complex in Urwa, built for ₹35 crore. This ultra-modern facility is equipped to host national-level indoor events and will offer quality training infrastructure for emerging sports talent in the region.

Initiated during Siddaramaiah’s previous term, both the stadium and DC Office projects are now ready for public use and are expected to create lasting impact.

“These projects are not just buildings. They are investments in governance, youth, and the future of Mangaluru,” said Rao.

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May 15,2025

Bengaluru, May 15: The Karnataka Lokayukta police on Thursday conducted simultaneous raids across multiple districts, including Bengaluru and Mangaluru, targeting government officials suspected of possessing disproportionate assets (DA).

According to Lokayukta police, the raids were carried out on properties linked to seven government officials in Bengaluru city, Bengaluru Rural, Tumakuru, Yadgir, Mangaluru, and Vijayapura districts.

The officials under the scanner are:

Murali T.V., Additional Director, Directorate of Urban and Rural Planning

H.R. Nataraj, Inspector, Legal Metrology, Bengaluru

Anant Kumar, Second Division Assistant, Taluk Office, Hoskote (Bengaluru Rural)

Rajshekar, Project Director, Nirmiti Kendra, Tumakuru

Manjunath, Survey Supervisor, Dakshina Kannada (Mangaluru)

Renuka Satarle, Officer, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Abhivrudhi Nigama, Vijayapura

Umakanth, Officer, Shahpur Taluk, Yadgir district

Raids were conducted at 12 locations in Bengaluru city, eight in Bengaluru Rural, seven in Tumakuru, five in Yadgir, four in Mangaluru, and four in Vijayapura.

The raids followed complaints alleging corruption and accumulation of assets disproportionate to known sources of income. A preliminary investigation was carried out into the assets of the officials, their families, and close relatives, after which separate DA cases were registered at respective Lokayukta police stations.

The coordinated operation began at 6 a.m. and was conducted under the supervision of superintendents of police from the respective districts. Deputy superintendents, police inspectors, and other staff were also involved in the raids.

Authorities have not yet disclosed the details of movable and immovable assets seized during the operation. Further information is expected following the completion of assessments at the raided sites.

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May 18,2025

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Mangaluru: In a heartbreaking and puzzling development, a young aerospace engineer hailing from Boliyar village near Dharmasthala in Dakshina Kannada district, was found dead under mysterious circumstances in Punjab on May 17.

Akanksha, 22, daughter of Surendra and Sindhudevi, had recently returned to her alma mater, Lovely Professional University (LPU) in Phagwara, to collect her academic certificates. 

A graduate in aerospace engineering, she had secured a job in Delhi six months ago and was preparing for an overseas posting in Japan.

According to sources, Akanksha spoke to her family over the phone shortly after receiving her certificates—just hours before her sudden and tragic demise. The incident has left her family and hometown community in deep shock.

A case has been registered at a police station in Jalandhar, and an investigation is underway. Her grieving parents have traveled to Punjab to gather more information about the circumstances leading to her death.

On May 18, Belthangady MLA Harish Poonja met the bereaved family at Mangaluru International Airport to offer condolences. During the interaction, Akanksha’s mother firmly dismissed the notion of suicide, stating that her daughter was full of life and had ambitious career plans. She urged authorities to conduct a thorough and unbiased investigation, expressing strong suspicions of foul play.

Further details on the cause of death are awaited as police continue their probe.

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