Pulse of the Public
Pulse of the Public
Pulse of the Public
The South Western Railway has initiated trial runs for the Vande Bharat Express on the demanding Sakleshpur–Subrahmanya Road ghat section, a crucial step towards establishing faster rail connectivity between Bengaluru and Mangaluru. These trials, featuring an Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) system, aim to ensure safety and operational efficiency on the steep and winding terrain.
Dakshina Kannada district has achieved top position in Karnataka for farmer enrollment in the weather-based crop insurance scheme for arecanut and pepper, with a near-total settlement of over 3.32 lakh proposals for the 2024-25 period. This initiative has disbursed approximately Rs 276 crore in claims, significantly benefiting local farmers.
Mangaluru has commenced preparations for its ambitious 'Vision 2032' plan, aimed at comprehensive urban development, including a significant coastal road project and enhanced tourism infrastructure. The initiative seeks to transform the city into a modern, well-planned hub with advanced facilities and improved connectivity.
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has launched a significant drive to remove encroachments along the Mangaluru–Talapady national highway stretch, aiming to enhance traffic flow and safety. Concurrently, plans are underway to construct crucial service roads from Kundapur to Talapady, including the Kolya to Kotekar section, to separate local and highway traffic.