Mysore/Mysuru: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Dr. K.V. Rajendra has called upon the public not to panic in light of reported cases of Nipah virus in neighbouring Kerala but to exercise caution. He made these remarks during a virtual meeting with District and taluk-level officers to discuss measures to control Nipah virus and address the declaration of…
Govt. land worth crores of rupees reclaimed near Metagalli
September 13, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: In a major operation, the district officials on Tuesday reclaimed more than 1 acre of prime Government land worth about Rs. 20 crore along the Ring Road near Metagalli, after clearing the encroachment. Based on numerous public complaints that the land which was acquired by the Government under the Urban Land Ceiling Act (ULCA),…
Swadesh Darshan 2.0: Feasibility study begins
September 9, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: Following Deputy Commissioner (DC) Dr. K.V. Rajendra’s directives, officials have initiated a feasibility study to support the implementation of the Central Government’s Rs. 80-crore Swadesh Darshan 2.0 scheme within the city limits. Yesterday, officials commenced a survey of tourist destinations. During a recent ‘Destination Management Committee’ meeting, the DC instructed officials to conduct a…
DC directs for complete utilisation of SCSP/TSP funds
September 9, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: Deputy Commissioner Dr. K.V. Rajendra has directed the officials for complete utilisation of SCSP/TSP funds meant for welfare of SC and ST communities in the current financial year and ensure that the funds do not go waste. He was speaking after chairing a review meeting of SCSP/TSP sub-plans at Babu Jagjivan Ram Bhavan here…
75 heritage buildings in city need urgent repairs
September 8, 2023District Heritage Conservation Sub-Committee completes survey of 131 buildings, records findings By S.T. Ravikumar Mysore/Mysuru: The District Heritage Conservation Sub-Committee has completed the survey of 131 heritage structures within the Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) limits. A report containing findings and recommendations will soon be submitted to Deputy Commissioner (DC) Dr. K.V. Rajendra. The DC also…
Panel to study feasibility of Swadesh Darshan 2.0 Scheme
September 7, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: A meeting of the ‘Destination Management Committee’ was convened to discuss plans for the implementation of the Rs. 80-crore Swadesh Darshan 2.0 scheme by the Central Government. The meeting took place at the new building of the Jaladarshini Guest House this morning. Swadesh Darshan 2.0 initiative aims to enhance the tourism potential of these…
DC advises competitive exam aspirants to read newspapers
September 4, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Dr. K.V. Rajendra said that those who want to take up competitive exams must read newspapers daily for at least for 2-3 hours, instead of depending on ready-made study materials (guides). He was speaking after inaugurating a 45-day coaching camp for those appearing for Panchayat Development Officer (PDO), First Division Assistant…
‘Worship clay-made Ganesha idols’
September 4, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: “Clay-made Ganesha idols that are environment-friendly should be used to celebrate the upcoming Gowri-Ganesha festival, as the Plaster of Paris (PoP) made idols are banned,” said Deputy Commissioner Dr. K.V. Rajendra during a preliminary meeting held at his Office in city recently. “With Ganesha idols being installed in various public places during Gowri-Ganesha in…
Take steps to prevent fish deaths in Lingambudhi Lake: DC Dr. K.V. Rajendra
September 3, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: “Hold consultations with the experts in the Fisheries Department or with professionals and come up with a plan to prevent the death of fishes at Lingambudhi Lake,” instructed Deputy Commissioner (DC) Dr. K.V. Rajendra. Chairing a meeting at his Office yesterday regarding mass death of fishes at Lingambudhi Lake, the DC instructed the officials…
Remove names of dead pensioners; stop payment of pensions: DC
August 29, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: In response to complaints regarding the continued crediting of pension to deceased beneficiaries of various Government pension schemes, Deputy Commissioner Dr. K.V. Rajendra has instructed officials to promptly remove the names of deceased beneficiaries and stop pension payments to their accounts. Dr. Rajendra addressed this issue during a meeting on Disaster Management at his…
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