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Category: Kundapura

  • Gangolli’s Karate Champion Mohammed Rashdan Felicitated at JCI Saptaha – 2025

    Kundapura, September 14, 2025: On the fifth day of “JCI Saptaha – 2025”, organized by JCI Kundapura City at Rotary Lakshminarasimha Kalabhavana (Board High School, Kundapura), several achievers from different walks of life were honored for their contributions to society. Among them, the spotlight was on Gangolli’s budding karate talent, G. Mohammed Rashdan, who was felicitated for his outstanding achievements in martial arts.

    Rashdan, a Class 10 student of Stella Maris English Medium School, Gangolli, recently won accolades at the Hanshi Praveen Kumar Memorial All India Open Karate Championship 2025, held at Amruth Garden, Udupi, on September 6–7. Competing in the Male Individual Brown Belt (14–16 years) category, Rashdan secured a Gold Medal in Kumite and a Bronze Medal in Kata, He also won Taluk and District Titles and medals in International Open Championship held in Shivamogga bringing pride to his hometown. Trained under KDF Karate & Fitness Academy, Kundapura, his dedication and discipline have already established him as a promising karate star at the national level.

    The felicitation program was presided over by eminent guests including Malyadi Shivaram Shetty (President, Land Development Bank, Kundapura), Shiriyaar Gopalakrishna Shetty (President, Bar Association, Kundapura), JFS Karthikeya Madhyastha (Past National Vice President, JCI India), Jc Vighnesh Prasad (Zone Director, Zone XV, JCI India), Ganesh Mogaveer (Principal, Janata PU College, Hemmadi), Zahir Ahmed Nakhuda (Gangolli), Akshay Shetty (Owner, Udaya Jewellers, Kundapura), Sri Adil Gafar (Coordinator, The Falcon Club, Kannukere), and Jc Hussain Haikadi (Charter President, JCI Kundapura City).

    Apart from Rashdan, other achievers honored on the occasion included:

    • Krishiratna Award: Harish Adiga, Bannur
    • Business Icon Award: Mohammed Nihal, Proprietor, Happy Cars, Kannukere
    • Best Club Award: The Falcon Club, Kannukere

    The evening began with a cultural performance by students of Bhandarkars’ College, Kundapura, followed by a formal stage program at 7:00 PM.

    The event not only celebrated Rashdan’s karate glory but also recognized individuals and organizations contributing to agriculture, business, and social development, embodying JCI’s theme – “Unity of Vision, Creating Change.”

  • Kundapur: Deer Collides with Moving Bike, Rider Dead, Passenger Injured

    Kundapur, September 14, 2025: A tragic accident occurred near Tarekudlu, close to Kamalashile in Kundapur taluk, on Saturday afternoon, September 13, 2025, when a deer suddenly leapt onto a moving motorcycle, causing it to lose control and crash. The rider, Shreyas (22), a resident of Nellikkatte, Kavradi village, died on the spot, while the pillion rider, Vighnesh (19) from Paduvalooru, sustained serious injuries and was admitted to a private hospital in Kundapur.

    The two friends had visited the Kamalashile Durgaparameshwari Temple and were returning when a large deer crossed their path near Tarekudlu, colliding with their bike. The impact, coupled with the deer’s antlers piercing Shreyas’s body, caused severe bleeding, leading to his immediate death. The motorcycle was completely wrecked, and the deer also died at the scene. Shreyas, who was employed in Bengaluru, had recently returned to his hometown.

    The Shankaranarayana Police have registered a case and are investigating the incident.

  • Kundapura: Man dies on Railway Tracks in Kalavara

    Kundapur, September 11, 2025: A suspected suicide was reported on the railway tracks under the Kalavara Railway Bridge in Kalavara village, Kundapur taluk, Udupi district, on September 11, 2025. The body of an unidentified man, aged approximately 35-40 years, was discovered on the tracks at Kilometer 662/14-16 and 662/4-5. The incident was reported to the complainant, Raghavendra (49) from Kalavar village, by his senior section engineer Vireesh, who informed him of a collision between train No. 12790 (Down Express) from Murudeshwar to Kanchikode at around 5:10 PM.

    Raghavendra rushed to the scene and found the man’s body lying between the railway lines. With the help of locals, the body was removed from the tracks and placed on the side. The deceased had a severed head, and his arms and legs were crushed. He was wearing blue jeans and a coffee-colored full-sleeve shirt, and had a beard. The position of the body suggests he lay across the tracks intentionally, pointing to a possible suicide.

    The Kundapur Rural Police Station has registered a case under UDR No. 31/2025 and Section 194 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS). Efforts to identify the deceased are ongoing.

  • Kundapura: Tourism Department issues notice to use Sigandur barge for Kodi-Gangolli connection

    Kundapura, September 10, 2025: Karnataka Legislative Assembly Speaker U.T. Khader has instructed the Udupi district administration to utilize the Sigandur barge, previously used for public transport across the Sharavati River, for connectivity between Kodi and Gangolli via the Panchagangavali River. The directive, issued on August 30, 2025, aims to provide immediate relief to locals until the long-proposed bridge between the two coastal towns is constructed, potentially revolutionizing transport and tourism in the region.

    The decision follows persistent demands from residents and follows the inauguration of the Sigandur Bridge over the Sharavati River, which has rendered the barge redundant at its original location. The barge, operational for over six decades, facilitated crossings at the Kodlu-Kalasavalli ferry point. With the bridge now in place, relocating it to the 1-km stretch between Kodi and Gangolli—where boat travel currently takes 20 minutes—could significantly ease daily commutes for thousands of residents.

    The initiative was highlighted in a Gangolli News report on July 20, 2025, emphasizing how the barge could boost Kundapur’s overall development. During a visit to Kundapur, Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar and Tourism Minister H.K. Patil assured support for the barge service following local requests. Council Chairman Manjunath Bhandari also submitted a formal appeal to the government, prompting Khader’s intervention.

    Benefits of the Barge Service

    The relocation is expected to offer multiple advantages:

    • Emergency Medical Transport: In critical situations, patients from Gangolli can reach Kundapur Hospital in minutes.
    • Fresh Seafood Delivery: Gangolli’s fish catch can reach Kundapur markets swiftly, benefiting local traders.
    • Tourism Boost: The service will enhance tourism infrastructure, attracting visitors to the coastal route.
    • Integration with Ring Road: With Kundapur’s ring road now operational, connectivity from Gangolli to Kundapur will be seamless.
    • Business and Cargo: Entrepreneurs can transport goods more efficiently.
    • Student Access: Post-PU students can easily commute to Kundapur colleges.
    • Time Savings: The barge could reduce travel time to 10-15 minutes, compared to the current 45-minute bus ride via a 16-km detour or over an hour via Hemmadi-Tallur.

    The proposed Gangolli-Kundapur bridge, discussed three decades ago, remains stalled. The barge offers a practical interim solution, aligning with government priorities for coastal connectivity.

    The directive, referenced as UDC-15024/617/2025-UDC-DC-Magisterial-Udupi DC, was issued by Additional Deputy Commissioner Abid Ismail Gudal on September 8, 2025, to the Executive Engineer, Ports and Fisheries Department, Udupi. It encloses Khader’s note and mandates compliance with regulations, followed by a report to the administration.

    Residents and local leaders have welcomed the move, viewing it as a step toward bridging the connectivity gap and fostering economic growth in the coastal belt.

  • Gulvadi Residents Protest for KSRTC Bus Service, Submit Memorandum to Transport Commissioner

    Kundapur, September 8, 2025: Residents of Gulvadi, along with members of the Janavadi Mahila Sanghatane, Prantha Krishi Koolikarara Sangha, Hanchu Workers, and Building and Construction Workers, staged a protest in front of the Gulvadi Panchayat office, demanding the introduction of KSRTC bus services on the route from Kundapur to Gulvadi via Tallur and Mavinakatte, extending to Saukoor and Kandlur. The protesters submitted a memorandum to the Transport Commissioner through the Panchayat Development Officer (PDO), highlighting the urgent need for reliable public transport.

    The demonstrators pointed out that private buses on this route operate irregularly, causing significant inconvenience to students, women, and patients who rely on timely transportation. They emphasized that KSRTC services would provide access to benefits like the Shakti Scheme for free travel for women and bus passes for students, addressing the community’s mobility challenges.

    The protest was led by prominent local leaders, including J.D. Panju, Nagaraj, Chandra, Bhaskar, and H. Narasimha from the Hanchu Workers; Nagarathna and Shobha from the Krishi Koolikara Sangha; Sheelavathi from Janavadi Mahila Sanghatane; and Chandrashekar V., Rehman, Annappa, and Rajeev Padukone from the Building and Construction Workers. Their unified call underscored the community’s frustration with the lack of dependable transport options and the need for government intervention.

  • Kundapura: Four Arrested for Illegal and Cruel Cattle Transport at Amasebail Check Post

    Kundapura, September 7, 2025: In a crackdown on illegal cattle trafficking, Amasebail Police seized a vehicle transporting two buffaloes under cruel conditions at the Hosangadi Check Post near Muttinakatte, Kundapur taluk, on September 6, 2025. Four individuals identified as Basavaraj (27), Megharaj, Lohith (27), and Imran (24) were arrested for their involvement in the illegal activity.

    The incident occurred at 6:00 AM when Police Constable Vinod B. Bagannavar of Amasebailu Police Station, on duty at the check post, stopped a TATA Intra vehicle (KA-15-7461) approaching from Hulikal Ghat. Upon inspection, two buffaloes were found tightly packed and tied in the vehicle’s rear body, without any fodder or water. When questioned, the driver admitted that the cattle were being transported for slaughter with the intent to sell the meat. The seized cattle are valued at approximately ₹30,000, and the vehicle is estimated to be worth ₹4 lakh.

    The accused were apprehended and presented at the Amasebailu Police Station along with the vehicle and cattle. A case has been registered under Sections 4, 5, 7, and 12 of the Karnataka Prevention of Cow Slaughter and Preservation of Cattle Act, 2020, Section 11(1)(d) of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960, and Section 66(1) read with 192(A) of the IMV Act. The police are continuing their investigation.

  • Former Janajagruti Vedike President Accused of Sexual Harassment; Case Filed

    Udupi, September 6, 2025: A disturbing incident has rocked Rattadi village, Kundapur taluk, Udupi district, where Navin Chandra Shetty Rattadi, a former president of the Udupi District Janajagruti Vedike, a BJP leader, and chief of the Shri Ratteshwara Devasthana Management Committee, has been accused of sexually harassing a female member of the Dharmasthala Sangha. The incident occurred amidst efforts to organize a Dharma Samrakshana Yatra to defend the reputation of Shri Kshetra Dharmasthala, which has been under scrutiny following the Soujanya rape and murder case.

    The incident took place in Manimakki, Rattadi village, where Shetty, also a former Amasebail Taluk Panchayat member, was coordinating the yatra by distributing pamphlets. He allegedly called the victim, a married woman and Sangha member, to his residence on Friday, September 5, 2025, under the pretext of providing additional pamphlets. During the afternoon visit, Shetty reportedly touched her hand while handing over the materials, causing discomfort. As she attempted to leave, he allegedly pulled her close, kissed her on the right cheek, and attempted further sexual harassment. The victim escaped in fear and reported the incident to her family, who filed a complaint at the Amavase Bailu Police Station.

    According to the complaint, Shetty pursued her after the incident, insisting she return after work. The victim’s family rejected attempts by Kundapur MLA Kiran Kumar Kodgi to mediate and settle the matter amicably. Shetty is currently absconding, and police are actively searching for him.

    CPM Condemns Incident and Demands Action

    The Communist Party of India (Marxist) [CPM] Udupi District Committee has strongly condemned the incident, criticizing Shetty’s actions and the alleged attempt by MLA Kiran Kumar Kodgi to suppress the case through mediation. Suresh Kallagar, CPM District Secretary, issued a statement demanding the immediate arrest of Navin Chandra Shetty to ensure justice for the victim. “The fact that the victim herself has lodged a complaint warrants swift action. The accused must be traced and arrested to deliver justice,” Kallagar stated.

    The case has sparked widespread outrage, with locals questioning the safety of Dharmasthala Sangha members. “If a Sangha member faces such harassment, what about the rest of us?” residents remarked.

  • Milad-un-Nabi Celebrated with Devotion in Kundapur

    Kundapur, September 5, 2025: The Jamia Masjid in Kundapur organized a Milad Maulood (special prayer) on Friday to commemorate the birthday of Prophet Muhammad, observed as Milad-un-Nabi. The event was marked by spiritual fervor and community participation.

    In the evening, a procession was held through the main streets of Kundapur, drawing a large number of devotees. The event was graced by prominent figures, including Waseem Basha, President of Jamia Masjid; Tabrez, Secretary; Abu Muhammad Mujawar, Municipal Council Member; Suheil, President of the Muslim Welfare Association; and community leaders Adil Basha and Sahan Sharif, among others.

    The celebration highlighted the teachings and legacy of Prophet Muhammad, fostering unity and devotion among the participants.

  • Kundapura Police Arrest Six in Extortion and Assault Case Involving ₹51,200

    Kundapura, September 3, 2025: The Kundapura Police have arrested six individuals in connection with an extortion and assault case reported by Sandeep Kumar, following an incident on September 2, 2025. The accused, identified as Abdul Savad, Saifulla, Mohammad Naseer Sharif, Abdul Sattar, Abdul Aziz, and Asma, allegedly lured the complainant to Kundapur, assaulted him, and extorted ₹51,200 through cash and digital transactions.

    According to the complaint, Sandeep Kumar met Abdul Savad three months ago during a visit to Kundapur and maintained contact. Savad introduced him to Asma and other associates, promising illicit services. On September 2, 2025, at around 6:30 PM, Asma instructed Sandeep to meet her near RR Plaza by Malnad Petrol Bunk in Kundapur. She then took him to her residence, where the other accused were called in.

    The accused demanded ₹3 lakh from Sandeep, with Mohammad Naseer Sharif allegedly threatening him with a knife. When Sandeep attempted to flee, the group tied his hands with a nylon rope and assaulted him. Saifulla reportedly struck Sandeep on his left shoulder and back with a rod, while Asma and Saifulla forcibly took ₹6,200 in cash from his pocket. Under duress, Sandeep transferred ₹5,000 via Google Pay to Saifulla’s mobile number. The accused continued to demand more money, threatening to kill and bury him. Frightened, Sandeep made additional transfers of ₹10,000 and ₹20,000 to Saifulla’s number. The group also forcibly took his SBI ATM card, extracted the PIN, and withdrew ₹40,000 from his account while confining him in Asma’s residence. The accused released him around 11:30 PM after further threats.

    Based on Sandeep Kumar’s complaint, the Kundapur Police registered a case under Crime No. 109/2025, invoking Sections 140(2), 310(2), 115(2), 118(1), 127(2), 352, and 351(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). Under the directives of Udupi Superintendent of Police Hariram Shankar, IPS, and guidance from Additional Superintendent of Police Sudhakar Naik, the investigation was led by Deputy Superintendent of Police H.D. Kulkarni. The team, comprising PSI Nanjanayak N. (Law & Order), PSI Pushpa (Investigation), and staff members Prince, Ghanashyam, Raju, Nagesha, Mahabala, Raghavendra, Gautam, Bhagirathi Nagashree, and Revathi, conducted an operation in Koteshwara village. The accused confessed to the crime during interrogation.

    The arrested individuals are:

    1. Savad alias Achchu, 28, Kattebagi, Badakere, Padumunde, Navunda village, Byndoor taluk
    2. Saipulla, 38, Gandhi Katte (Bolakatte), Gulwadi village, Kundapur taluk
    3. Mohammad Naseer Sharif, 36, Hangaloor village, Kundapur taluk
    4. Abdul Sattar, 23, Janata Colony, Moodugopadi, Kumbhashi village, Kundapur taluk
    5. Abdul Aziz, 26, Kolluru Main Road, near Holagaru Government School, Nagodi post, Hosanagar taluk, Shivamogga district.
    6. Asma, 43, Kodi, Kundapura taluk, Udupi district; currently at Gopadi village, Kundapur taluk

    The accused were produced before the court, and the police seized two vehicles used in the crime: a car with registration KA 20 MD 7072 (estimated value ₹10,00,000) and another car with registration KA 20 ME 0272 (estimated value ₹8,00,000).

  • Kundapura Police Commend Team for Recovering Missing Bengaluru Woman’s Body Near Souparnika River

    Kundapura: The Kundapur Police Department honored a dedicated team with commendation certificates for their efforts in locating and retrieving the body of Vasudha Chakravarti, a 46-year-old woman from Bengaluru, who was found deceased near the Souparnika River in Kollur. The body was discovered approximately three kilometers from the riverbank after a 72-hour intensive search operation conducted in challenging conditions.

    The operation, carried out amidst heavy rain and through dense forest terrain, culminated in the recovery of Vasudha’s body on September 1, 2025. The team successfully transported the body back to Kollur, a task that earned widespread public appreciation for their perseverance and commitment. The commendation ceremony, held under the guidance of Udupi SP Hariram Shankar, was led by DYSP H.D. Kulkarni, who presented the certificates to recognize the team’s exemplary service.

    Photo Credit: Karavali Mathukathe | MHI

    The commended individuals included fire brigade personnel Sachin J., Ravi Manjunath Gowda, expert divers Ishwar Malpe and Harish Poojari, Mohammed Ibrahim Gangolli from 24×7 Aapadbhandhava Helpline, and local residents Pradeep Bhat Sampre, Nagaraj Naik Bawadi, and Umesh Bhat Goligudde. Kollur Police Station Officer Vinay M. Korlahalli and other police personnel were also recognized for their leadership in the operation.

    Mohammed Ibrahim MH has thanked his team members Babba Ibrahim and Vikas for their joint efforts during this operation.

    Photo Credit: Karavali Mathukathe | MHI

    The ceremony was attended by Byndoor Circle Inspector Nilesh Chauhan, Kundapura Rural Circle Inspector Jayaram D. Gowda, and other officials, who joined in applauding the collaborative effort of police, emergency services, and civilians.

    Photo Credit: Karavali Mathukathe | MHI