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New Indian Express
19 hours ago
- New Indian Express
Home Minister Dr G Parameshwara launches Raksha QR code to combat drug abuse
BENGALURU: To tackle the drug menace in Karnataka, Home Minister Dr G Parameshwara launched the Raksha QR code on Thursday, enabling citizens to anonymously report instances of drug trafficking and usage. The initiative was launched as part of the 66th International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, held at Kanteerava Stadium. Parameshwara also virtually gave permission to destroy 143.774 kg of various types of drugs valued at Rs 45 crore, seized by the Bengaluru City Police. The drugs were scientifically destructed at a facility in Hoskote. Meanwhile, thousands, including students, participated in the event, where they took an oath committing to a drug-free lifestyle. Parameshwara urged students not to ruin their future by falling into drug abuse. He said that drugs worth Rs 45 crore were seized in the past year and over 200 foreigners involved in drug trade were deported. 'We are running awareness programmes to educate the youth. If such activities continue despite warnings, strict legal action will follow,' he said, adding that 6.5 lakh students have been sensitised and police officers have been directed to visit educational institutions monthly, with each college required to form an anti-drug committee.
Hans India
19 hours ago
- Hans India
Bengaluru Police Seize 4,000 kg of Drugs Worth Rs 45 Crore in a Year
Home Minister G Parameshwara said on Thursday that Bengaluru police found 4,000 kg of ganja and other drugs worth Rs 45 crore in one year. He spoke at a program called 'Say Yes to Life, No to Drugs' at Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru. This program was for the International Day against Drugs. Parameshwara said more than 200 foreign drug sellers were sent back to their countries. Police are working with a special office to stop foreign drug sellers. The police are teaching students about the bad effects of drugs. They visit schools and colleges every month. All colleges must make groups to stop drugs. More than 650,000 students in Karnataka learned about drugs from the police. At the event, 50,000 students from 500 colleges joined online and promised not to use drugs. Top police officers like State Police Chief MA Saleem and Bengaluru City Police Chief Seemant Kumar Singh were at the event.
Hans India
20 hours ago
- Hans India
Don't ruin your lives with drugs, HM tells students
Bengaluru: Home Minister G Parameshwara on Thursday urged students not to ruin their lives by getting addicted to drugs, as they have a bright future ahead. He was speaking after inaugurating the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking event organised by the Bengaluru City Police at the Kanteerava Stadium here. Over the past year, narcotics worth Rs 45 crore, including 4,000 kg of marijuana, have been seized, the minister said. Noting the involvement of foreign students in the drug trade, he said that more than 200 foreign nationals have been deported. Parameshwara stated that there is a global movement against drug and human trafficking, and efforts are being made to raise awareness about the dangers of drug abuse. People need to understand both the physical and psychological harm caused by drugs, he underlined. Stating that legal action is being taken to curb drug rackets, the minister said law enforcement alone is not enough. Programmes are being developed to awaken the minds of the youth and to convey messages in a way that resonates with them, he said. If individuals continue drug activities even after awareness efforts, strict legal action will be taken, he warned. According to Parameshwara, in some states, assets of drug peddlers are being confiscated and action is being taken under the Goonda Act. In the previous legislative session, the chief minister declared to make Karnataka drug-free. Recalling how Punjab was once referred to as 'Udta Punjab' due to the severe impact of drugs, he said such a situation will not be allowed in Karnataka. The minister said even stricter measures will be taken to eliminate drug activities. Awareness campaigns have reached 6.5 lakh students across Karnataka. 'Students have a bright future and should not ruin their lives by getting addicted to drugs,' Parameshwara said.
New Indian Express
2 days ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
MLAs never satisfied with grants: Home minister G Parameshwara
BENGALURU: Home minister G Parameshwara said that MLAs are never satisfied with the grants given to them. All governments face the same problem. 'It will be difficult to meet the demands of MLAs. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah will sort it out,'' he said. Dr Parameshwara told reporters that at the Congress Legislative Party meeting, the MLAs were allowed to express their opinion. After a few MLAs highlighted issues pertaining to the development of their constituencies, the CM announced Rs 50 crore to each constituency to implement development projects, he said. Referring to his recent statement in Bagalkot on the development of Badami caves, Dr Parameshwara said the ancient caves need at least Rs 1,000 crore for their conservation. 'I only stated that a proposal in this regard should be sent to the Centre. I did not say that the state government does not have money for such projects,'' he added. On the 50th anniversary of the Emergency, Dr Parameshwara said BJP leaders want to keep it alive for political gains. One should look forward, not backward. Let them discuss Prime Minister Narendra Modi's blueprint for the country's development in the next 50 years,'' he said.
Hans India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Siddaramaiah to speak to sore Cong MLAs, fix issues: Parameshwara
Bengaluru: Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara on Wednesday expressed confidence that Chief Minister Siddaramaiah would likely speak to disgruntled ruling Congress MLAs and resolve their issues, amid recent comments by some party legislators alleging "bribery and administrative collapse" that have caused embarrassment to the government. Congress MLA from Kagwad, Raju Kage, has hinted at resigning, citing delays in developmental works and the release of funds, while alleging that the administration has "completely collapsed". Additionally, Aland Congress MLA B R Patil recently alleged bribery in public housing allotments, while Sagar Congress MLA Belur Gopalakrishna demanded the resignation of Housing Minister Zameer Ahmed Khan over the allegations. "They (MLAs) have raised issues concerning their constituencies, but have they raised state-level issues? They have spoken about constituency-related problems and sought the timely release of funds for development work in their segments. The Chief Minister will resolve these matters," Parameshwara said in response to a question on whether internal issues were affecting the government. Speaking to reporters here, he said, "All MLAs have already been instructed to prepare an action plan for development works worth Rs 50 crore in their |constituencies. The CM has himself assured that funds will also be provided to opposition MLAs. All MLAs, including me, are preparing an action plan for our constituencies. Can we do it without funds?" When asked whether the Congress high command had instructed the CM to speak to disgruntled legislators, Parameshwara said, "The Chief Minister is in Delhi and has met the party leadership. I am not aware of what transpired at the meeting or whether such instructions have been given. If the CM is asked to speak to MLAs, he will do so." When it was pointed out that the inaccessibility of ministers was a major concern for several MLAs, including Kage, he said, "Maybe personally he (Kage) might have faced it. I cannot deny it, as he has said so. The CM will sort it out." He added that an opportunity was given to legislators at a recent Congress Legislature Party (CLP) meeting to raise such concerns, during which some MLAs requested that instructions be issued to ministers to meet legislators.
