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Time of India
4 days ago
- General
- Time of India
CESC launches Rs 226 crore project to upgrade power infra in Kodagu
Pic: Areas like Shanthalli and Bhagamandala rely on single power lines spanning 100km, while regions including Ammatthi, Virajpet, Thithimathi, Hathur, and Bhagamandala experience voltage fluctuations Madikeri: The Chamundeshwari Electricity Supply Corporation (CESC) has undertaken a Rs 226 crore initiative to enhance the electrical infrastructure in Kodagu district. The project encompasses 536km of power line repairs, aiming to resolve power disruptions. Works are proceeding rapidly across the district. The district's power network, primarily traversing through forests, coffee estates, and hilly terrain, faces significant challenges. During monsoons, fallen branches often cause widespread outages lasting weeks. Following concerns raised by MLAs AS Ponnanna and Manthar Gowda, CESC developed a comprehensive plan, which energy minister KJ George approved. Funding has been allocated, and in some places, work is ongoing. The district comprises five subdivisions and 23 branch offices, featuring 7,952 transformers across 92 locations on 11 KV lines, 4,577km HT lines, and 7,331km LT lines, serving 2,29,219 consumers. Virajpet constituency received Rs 120 crore, while Madikeri constituency received Rs 106 crore, with completion expected by Jan or Feb next year. The project addresses long-neglected power infrastructure. Areas like Shanthalli and Bhagamandala rely on single lines spanning 100km, whilst regions including Ammatthi, Virajpet, Thithimathi, Hathur, and Bhagamandala experience voltage fluctuations. The solution involves installing cover conductors and necessary equipment, including transformers. The Rs 226 crore allocation across five divisions includes Madikeri subdivision (Rs 49 crore), Kushalnagar and Somwarpet subdivisions (Rs 40.3 crore each), Gonikoppa subdivision (Rs 55.5 crore), and Virajpet subdivision (Rs 41.4 crore). CESC executive engineer M Ramachandra explained, "The work has been taken up and is being carried out briskly. Contracts have been given to three agencies. The department is constantly monitoring and taking precautions to ensure that there are no problems. " Virajpet MLA AS Ponnanna, said the energy minister, who is from Kodagu, responded to their request and allocated Rs 226 crore, releasing the amount immediately. Priority is being given to quality work, and precautions are being taken to ensure that no problems arise. Madikeri constituency MLA Manthar Gowda said, "The project is complementary to developing and strengthening the power supply in Kodagu district. The govt has released the funds in recognition of the long-standing demand."
Time of India
26-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Renovation works of Somwarpet govt hosp nearing completion
Madikeri: The renovation works of Somwarpet Government Hospital, which started at a cost of Rs 1.6 crore, are nearing completion, according to the members of the Arogya Raksha Samithi. Speaking to reporters, Raksha Samithi member Manjula Harish said currently, Rs 17 lakh worth of medicines, tablets, and chemicals required for high-tech blood testing unit have been purchased. "All types of tests are conducted for patients in the hospital itself. All medicines and tablets are available," he said. The govt hospital in the town is ready to provide various types of treatment to the patients. He informed that 8 to 9 doctors are available in the hospital every Monday, and medicines and tablets are being distributed to the patients in the hospital itself. MLA Manthar Gowda, who is the chairman of the Raksha Samithi, is continuing all efforts to equip the hospital. A total of eight doctors are on duty in the hospital, and the services of a paediatrician will be available within a week. Surgeons, rheumatologists, obstetricians, ENT specialists, physicians, and dentists are available. He said joint and bone specialists are available on Monday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday. An ophthalmologist, pulmonologist, and paediatrician are available on Mondays at the Kodagu Institute of Medical Sciences. Anaesthesiologists are available two days a week, and all types of surgical treatments are being done, he informed. Member KP Ravish said 200 to 300 patients are receiving treatment on Mondays. "Six machines are working in the dialysis unit. Four hundred dialysis cycles are done per month. Forty-one patients are receiving treatment," he said. Covid wards, ventilators, and oxygen concentrators are available for needy patients. CB NAT new equipment is available, and TB disease can be detected very quickly. The anaesthesia workstation is working. Currently, three ambulance vehicles are available in the hospital. He said the selection counselling for officers and staff will be held at the DHO office on Friday, and the vacant posts in Somwarpet hospital will be filled. The conference was attended by Raksha Samithi members NN Ramesh, HK Lokesh, and Jacob Simon.
Time of India
26-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Renovation works of Karnataka's Somwarpet government hospital are nearing completion, costs Rs 1.6 crore
Image used for representative purpose only MADIKERI: The renovation works of the Somwarpet Government Hospital, which started at a cost of Rs 1.60 crore, are nearing completion, according to the members of the Arogya Raksha Samithi. Speaking to reporters, Raksha Samithi member Manjula Harish said that currently, Rs 17 lakh worth of medicines, tablets, and chemicals required for the high-tech blood testing unit have been purchased. All types of tests are conducted for the patients in the hospital itself. All medicines and tablets are available, he said. The govt public hospital in the town is ready to provide various types of treatment to the patients, and the patients are availing themselves of the facilities. He informed that 8 to 9 doctors are available in the hospital every Monday, and medicines and tablets are being distributed to the patients in the hospital itself. MLA Manthar Gowda, who is the Chairman of the Raksha Samithi, is continuing all efforts to equip the hospital. A total of 8 doctors are on duty in the hospital, and the services of a paediatrician will be available within a week. Surgeons, rheumatologists, obstetricians, ENT specialists, physicians, and dentists are available. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với sàn môi giới tin cậy IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo He said that joint and bone specialists are available on Monday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday. An ophthalmologist, pulmonologist, and paediatrician are available on Mondays at the Kodagu Institute of Medical Sciences. Anaesthesiologists are available two days a week, and all types of surgical treatments are being done, he informed. Member K.P. Ravish said that 200 to 300 patients are receiving treatment on Mondays. Six machines are working in the dialysis unit. Four hundred dialysis cycles are done per month. Forty-one patients are receiving treatment, he said. Covid wards, ventilators, and oxygen concentrators are available for Covid infectious diseases. CB NAT new equipment is available, and TB disease can be detected very quickly. The anaesthesia workstation is working. Currently, three ambulance vehicles are available in the hospital. He said that the selection counselling for officers and staff will be held at the DHO office on June 27, and the vacant posts in Somwarpet Hospital will be filled. The conference was attended by Raksha Samithi members N.N. Ramesh, H.K. Lokesh, and Jacob Simon.
Time of India
20-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Proposal to open kayaking at 10 more spots in Kodagu district
Madikeri: To encouarge water sports in a big way, the tourism department is considering a proposal to open kayaking at 10 more spots in Kodagu district. Presently, river rafting and kayaking are allowed in Dubare and Barapole. Applications have been submitted for kayaking in the areas of Hemavathi River, Kodlipet Doddakund, Devastur River near Hattihole, Aivattoklu, Hoddur, Harangi backwater area, Herur, Nakur-Shirangala, Byrampada, and Chikkabettageri, Kodagu deputy director of tourism Anitha Bhaskar said. At present, a total of 75 rafts are available at Dubare and 24 rafts at Barapole. Under the Karnataka Tourism Policy 2024-29, kayaking, one of the water adventure sports, is promoted. Anitha Bhaskar said that 11 applications have been submitted in this regard in the district. The district committee is studying these applications and will decide after reviewing the feasibility report. S by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo he said that some resorts have approached the authorities seeking permission to extend the water sports to the visitors. She supervised the facilities available at Barapole and did a fitness test for rafting. Meanwhile, she said that it was decided during the River Rafting Management and Supervision Committee meeting that raft owners conducting river rafting in Dubare and Barapole will have to renew their licences and obtain fitness certificates before conducting water sports. The meeting, held at the tourist centre near Harangi Reservoir in the presence of MLA Manthar Gowda, was chaired by deputy commissioner Venkat Raja. The meeting approved the installation of shelters in the ticket counter area of the river rafting venue, step railings for the safety of tourists, changing rooms for guides, benches, and extended drinking water facilities and toilets, besides the installation of CCTVs. Water adventure sports are a main attraction during the monsoon season. The MLA suggested that a rafting fitness certificate should be obtained from the General Thimmaiah National Academy of Adventure (GETHNAA). He also said that a verification should be done by the police department. In addition, guides should take and pass a skill test. In order to attract more tourists, Manthar Gowda suggested installing signboards at Bilikere in Hunsur taluk, Hunsur-Gonikoppal junction on Mysuru road, and Siddapur-Periyapatna junction roads. DC Venkat Raja said that if there is any problem during river rafting, the entire tourism of Kodagu district will be hit. Therefore, caution should be taken, and he directed that the river rafting rules should be strictly followed. Meanwhile, permission has already been given for conducting white river rafting in Kumaralli (Beedalli) in Somwarpet taluk.
Time of India
20-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
MLA launches construction of Ambedkar Bhavan in Kushalnagar
Madikeri: Madikeri MLA Manthar Gowda launched the construction of Ambedkar Bhavan in Kushalnagar on Friday. The social welfare department will construct the facility at Baichanahalli within Kushalnagar municipality limits, with an allocated budget of Rs 2 crore. Speaking on the occasion, the MLA emphasised the importance of remembering national leader BR Ambedkar and called for collective efforts to achieve his vision. The new structure, to be built on a 50-cent plot, will receive additional funding to enhance its appearance, he disclosed. He urged various organisations that conduct separate Ambedkar-themed programmes to unite and work towards realising Ambedkar's vision. He disclosed that comprehensive plans are in place for developing essential facilities in Kushalnagar taluk, including a stadium, govt hospital, revenue building, and taluk panchayat administration office on govt lands, particularly in the Gundurao layout fairground. VP Shashidhar, chairman of the Taluk Guarantee Scheme Implementation Committee, acknowledged the MLA's continuous efforts to secure approvals for necessary taluk centre offices. Municipal president Jayalakshmi Chandra, member Jaivardhan, and former member HD Chandru addressed the gathering. The event was attended by municipal councillor Puttalakshmi, leaders KP Chandrakala, Pramod Muttappa, and Manjunath.
