Chairing the quarterly Karnataka Development Program (KDP) meeting for 2025-26, Minister Bhosaraju directed the forest department to develop an effective action plan to prevent human-wildlife conflict, citing the growing threat from wild elephants.
MLAs Ponnanna and Dr. Mantar Gowda emphasized the urgency, stating that barricades and trenches are inadequate. Legislative Council member S.L. Bhojegowda suggested eco-friendly measures such as creating and protecting water bodies in the forest and replacing eucalyptus with fruit-bearing and bamboo trees.
Minister Bhosaraju proposed a meeting in Bengaluru with the Forest Minister and senior officials to address forest-related challenges in Kodagu.
Revenue, Education and Social Issues Addressed.
Deputy Commissioner Venkat Raja reported that 700 missing files are being traced and issues under 94C and 94CC are reviewed weekly. MLA Mantar Gowda raised concerns about irregular land allotment practices.
Committee members highlighted the need for housing for flood-affected and homeless families. Discussions also included the plight of aided educational institutions and delayed pensions. The Minister instructed ZP officials to review complaints from aided schools.
Concerns were raised regarding poor school infrastructure and the increasing number of pregnancies among minor girls. Awareness programs were proposed to support tribal communities.
Minister Bhosaraju emphasized the need for timely distribution of seeds and fertilizers during the monsoon and urged CESC department staff to be prepared for weather-related electricity issues.
