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Kodagu girl wins Nat’l Abacus Title
Madikeri:
A Kodagu girl has won a national level abacus championship in Delhi.
Kodandera Nushkka, 6, the daughter of Kavya and Vikram Kuttaiah is the winner.
She won the championship in a contest in which 3,200 children from across India had participated. She is being trained at Brainobrain Madikeri centre, which is headed by Mapangada Kavitha Karumbaiah.
source: http://www.timesofindia.indiatimes.com / The Times of India / Home> News> City News> Mysuru News / August 26th, 2024
Laxman: I’m a common man from a farmer’s family fighting a royal
Mysuru:
Mysuru- Kodagu parliamentary constituency Congress candidate M Laxman has campaigned in all eight assembly segments in his battle to beat the BJP- JD(S) alliance candidate and Mysore royal scion Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar.
His victory has become a matter of prestige for the ruling Congress as he is contesting in the chief minister’s home turf.
In an exclusive interview with News Trail, M Laxman explained his experience so far and his vision for development of the constituency.
NT- You are contesting a parliamentary election for the first time. How has your experience been?
Laxman- Even though I am contesting the LS polls for the first time, I have fought local body polls and the state legislative council polls from the teachers and graduates constituencies.
For the last 35 years, I have been working behind the scenes for the victory of my party candidates in previous Lok Sabha and assembly polls.
NT- How is the response from voters?
Laxman- I have received a huge response from voters. People praise our party’s poll guarantees schemes including Rs 2000 for women under the Gruhalakshmi scheme, free bus travel for women, Annabhagya and Gruhajyothi schemes.
Moreover, current BJP MP Pratap Simha who represented this constituency for the last ten years did not work properly.
People are displeased wih not only him but also Prime Minister Narendra Modi for not keeping his promises and for causing injustice to the state over several issues.
NT-Do you believe the poll guarantees can lead you to victory?
Laxman: Of course, 60,000 to 70,000 families are benefiting from the poll guarantees in every assembly segment.
Apart from this, Congress has won in five assembly segments including Chamaraja, Narasimharaja, Periyapatna, Madikeri and Virajpet in the last Assembly polls.
The Congress secured secured 60 percent votes in the last assembly polls from eight assembly segments. These factors will work in favor of me.
NT- Your rival is seeking votes in the name of Prime Minister Modi while the BJP ally, the JD(S) has considerable influence in the constituency.
Laxman- I did not see any Modi wave during my campaigning in the eight assembly segments. The CM, Mallikarjun Kharge and deputy chief minister D K Shivakumar are pretty popular here.
The poll guarantees as well as the Congress manifesto which assures distribution of Rs one lakh to each woman head of the family, amendment to the Constitution to increase the reservation limit and legal guarantee for minimum support price to farmers for their crops wil definitely prove beneficial to me.
NT – Your party seems to be playing the Vokkaliga card to garner votes. Will this work for you?
Laxman- My party has fielded a Vokkaliga after a gap of 47 years in Mysuru constituency which has a sizable number of community voters.
My political opponents made attempts to prove that I did not belong to the community, but later, I proved with all my records that I am a Vokkaliga.
I hope that voters of the constituency will support a common man like me who hails from a farmer’s family against a royal family member in these elections.
NT -What are your plans for development of the constituency?
Lakshman: I have brought a separate manifesto keeping in mind the growth of Mysuru- Kodagu which has enormous tourism potential.
My manifesto focuses on rejuvenation of 2000 lakes spread across both districts, establishment of trauma care centres and super specialty hospitals, a technology park at Somwarpet, protection to coffee and spice producers of Kodagu, special package for exservicemen, lobby to secure the Bharat Ratna for Field Marshal K M Cariappa, rail connectivity to Madikeri, mini airport at Kodagu to promote tourism, yoga training in all taluks, upgradation of Mysuru- Kodagu highway to six lane, establishment of a central university at Hunsur, a computer hardware centre at Virajpet, floriculture export centre at Gonikoppal and the naming of Mysuru airport after Nalwadi Krishnaraja Wadiyar or Sir M Visvesvaraya.
source: http://www.newstrailindia.com / News Trail / Home / by Ramesh Siddegowda / April 25th, 2025
Yaduveer Wadiyar Intensifies Campaign In Small, Remote Pockets Of Kodagu
Focuses on safeguarding environment, PM Modi’s vision, Centre’s transformative programmes
Madikeri:
The BJP candidate for the Mysuru-Kodagu Lok Sabha Constituency, Yaduveer Wadiyar, has intensified his campaign in Kodagu. Venturing into remote areas of the district, he has opted for micro-meetings with party workers, leaders and residents alike, eschewing the traditional mass public gatherings typically held at commercial centres.
In these exclusive settings, Yaduveer articulated his vision for Kodagu, fostering opportunities for participants and the general public to engage directly with him and exchange ideas on sustainable development.
With Kodagu experiencing adverse environmental impacts, such as heightened temperatures in its typically cooler climate, discussions on preserving the region’s ecological balance took centre stage.
15 to 16 events daily
Yaduveer’s two-day itinerary comprises approximately 15 to 16 events daily, featuring corner meetings, interactions with the BJP cadre and engagements with the public. Yesterday’s schedule included 16 meetings spanning Ponnampet, Hudikeri, Birunani, T. Shettigeri, Srimangala, Kutta, Balale, Tithimathi, Gonikoppal, among others, with Yaduveer engaging with citizens at various public venues, including bus stands and temples.
In his campaign efforts, Yaduveer is accompanied by former MLAs K.G. Bopaiah, M.P. Appachu Ranjan and a contingent of leaders. Together, they are engaging with senior political figures from the Kodava and Gowda communities, as well as representatives from other demographics in village settings.
Recognising the unique demographic and caste dynamics of Kodagu, Yaduveer has redirected his focus to the region. His speeches and discussions, whether in Mysuru or Kodagu, are centred around the vision of a Developed India by 2047, as articulated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Viksit Bharat sankalp
This vision encapsulated as Viksit Bharat, serves as the cornerstone of Yaduveer’s campaign, resonating with constituents across diverse backgrounds and communities. Alongside Yaduveer’s addresses, local BJP leaders are amplifying the transformative initiatives spearheaded by Prime Minister Modi, such as the historic abrogation of Article 370 and the construction of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya.
They are also critiquing what they perceive as the detrimental impact of the Congress Government’s ‘freebie’ policy on Karnataka’s finances. Additionally, they are condemning the alleged corruption of Congress leaders spanning from Independence to the present day, as well as what they label as ‘anti-national’ actions by elected representatives affiliated with the Congress party.
These narratives form a crucial part of the BJP’s messaging strategy, aiming to garner support and sway public opinion in the lead-up to the elections. The BJP is attempting to win back the voter support it lost during the last Assembly elections.
Meetings were also held at Ponnampet, Kirugur, Balayamundur, Hudikeri, Birunani, T. Shettigeri, Srimangala, Kutta, Nalkeri, K. Badaga, Kanoor, Balele, Nittur, Ponnappasante, Thithimathi, Mayamudi, Devarapura, Gonikoppa, Aruvathokkalu, Hathur, Chennayyanakote, Pollibetta, Maldare, Siddapura, Karmad, Ammathi, Hosur, Bilugunda, Kanndangala, Chembebellur, Kakotuparambu, Kadanoor, Kedamullur, Bittangala, Arji, Betoli and B. Shettigeri.
source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> News / April 08th, 2024
Mysuru-Kodagu LS Seat Congress Candidate M. Lakshmana Meets City Advocates
India’s Robusta Coffee Prices Hit Record High in Century-Old Industry
This spike, amidst stable Arabica pricing, signals a boon for Indian growers, leveraging robusta’s affordability.
India’s coffee industry is experiencing a remarkable upswing with robusta coffee bean prices hitting an all-time high of Rs 10,080 per 50 kg bag, a historic milestone since the establishment of coffee estates in the Western Ghats region during the 1860s by the British. This is big news for Indian coffee growers who rely on the Robusta given its low-cost inputs.
In stark contrast to the traditionally stable pricing of Arabica coffee, renowned for its velvety shot layer, Robusta prices have remained relatively low, fluctuating between Rs 2,500 to Rs 3,500 per 50 kg bag for the past 15 years.
While export quantities witnessed a marginal decline of 2.5% at 3.88 lakh tonnes compared to 3.98 lakh tonnes in 2022-23, the Indian coffee sector reaped the benefits of soaring global robusta prices, which have reached a three-decade high due to supply disruptions in major producing countries like Vietnam and Brazil.
Commenting on this, Mr. M J Dinesh, Chairman of the Coffee Board says, “The change in the global temperature has impacted the shortage of coffee from Vietnam. The instant coffee market in India will gain from this; the same is gaining popularity too. Moreover, small coffee growers and laborers will reap the profit. They may witness an upsurge in their daily wages.”
The increase in robusta prices resulted in a 20% rise in per unit realization for Indian exporters, reaching ₹2.7 lakh per tonne during the 2023-24 period, up from ₹2.26 lakh in the previous fiscal year.
source: http://www.krishijagran.com / Krishi Jagran / Home> News / by Mrini Devnani / April 16th, 2024
