Maj. Gen. (retd.) C. K. Karumbaya, Trustee of Kodava Deenabandhu Charitable Trust, Mysuru, along with the participants, is seen lighting the lamp as Trust President K. A. Kariappa, Secretary P. A. Jayakumar, Treasurer Wing Commander (retd.) C.G. Madappa and others look on.
Mysuru :
Spoorthi-2016, a four-day motivational workshop for college students (boys and girls) from Kodagu district, organised by Kodava Deenabandhu Charitable Trust, Mysuru, began at Kodava Samaja in Vijayanagar first stage here yesterday.
Deenabandhu Trustee Maj. Gen. (retd.) Codanda K. Karumbaya addressed the participants at a formal function held in the Samaja premises this morning.
Trust President Kattera A. Kariappa, Secretary Pattada A. Jayakumar, Treasurer Wing Commander (retd.) Chendrimada G. Madappa, Trustees Lt. Col. (retd). Chourira A. Ganapathy, Mechanda M. Karumbaiah, Maletira Chimmi Nanjappa and Pattamada Shanthi Ganapathy, volunteer Anu Mudduraj, Dechu Karumbaya, Geetha Kuttappa, Anila Madappa and others were present.
Nearly 40 students from across Kodagu District are taking part in the workshop, which features motivational workshops, educational tours to prominent institutions and many other such initiatives.
The workshop will conclude on June 8.
source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> General News / June 06th, 2016
Abolition of Jamma land tenure by BJP Government is a blow to Kodavas’ ethnic identity and survival in Kodagu
K.B. Ganapathy and Brijesh Kalappa getting ready for the interview at the former’s office in Bannimantap.
Brijesh Kalappa (Palachanda), a Kodava from Kodagu, is an Advocate in the Supreme Court, Legal Advisor to the Government of Karnataka (with the rank of Minister of State) and former Additional Advocate General, Haryana. Presently, he is also the Spokesperson of the Indian National Congress and is regularly seen on national TV channels representing Congress in panel discussions.
While in Mysuru a few days back, he visited ‘Star of Mysore’ Office and the Editor-in-Chief K.B. Ganapathy availed the opportunity to interview him on issues related to Kodagu and Kodavas, himself being a Kodava. —Ed
By K.B. Ganapathy
Star of Mysore: Welcome Mr. Brijesh Kalappa to Mysuru and to our office. Thank you for agreeing to take some questions relating to your mother district Kodagu and its future. My first question is about Congress losing Kodagu and BJP getting deep-rooted with two MLAs, one MLC and an MP. Kodagu, once a Congress bastion, in fact in the first general election of 1952 it was Congress that came to power with C.M. Poonacha, a Kodava, as the Chief Minister. How did it happen?
Brijesh Kalappa: The Jan Sangh had a marginal presence in Kodagu till Bank Nationalisation in the year 1969. The Bank staff, who were clerks and petty officers, came from mostly Dakshina Kannada and carried out their RSS activities after banking hours. Old-timers will tell you that the RSS members were not permitted into people’s houses in those days. However, with the entry of people like Dr. M.M. Chengappa and A.K. Subbaiah into the Jan Sangh and later BJP and with their constant anti-Congressism, some people came to buy the idea.
Star of Mysore: But in spite of what you say, Congress has been winning both Parliamentary and Assembly elections in Kodagu almost till 1994, the drift started thereafter…
Brijesh Kalappa: Yes, it is because BJP has been misleading Kodavas about Congress not supporting Kodavas in the Army and in the Party itself. But Congress has been supporting Kodavas. You know, the BJP constantly speaks about General K.M. Cariappa not being the first choice. But Cariappa was the first choice of the Congress Government and appointed him as the Commander-in-Chief of the Indian forces. In fact, even after his retirement, General Cariappa was appointed by Pandit Nehru as the High Commissioner to Australia. Again it was Congress government which gave the rank of Field Marshal to Gen. K.M. Cariappa.
Congress has given nominations to Kodavas from Jaji Mandanna to Polly Aiyappa to Prema Cariappa to Veena Achaiah. All these Kodava ladies enjoyed power because of Congress.
It was again Congress that appointed Gen. K.S. Thimayya as General of Indian Army and then sent him as the UN Peace Keeping Force Chief at Cyprus. But BJP spread the canard saying Nehru was responsible for Gen. Thimayya submitting his resignation, which he withdrew, as General.
Has BJP come anywhere even close to this record?! Instead, the BJP keeps harping on some imagined difference between Nehru-Cariappa or Nehru-Thimayya. Both Cariappa and Thimayya got post-retirement jobs from Congress Governments.
Now, has BJP Government headed by Atal Bihari Vajpayee appointed a Kodava as Chief of Army Staff? Has the BJP Government appointed any Kodava as the Union Home Secretary? Congress appointed C.G. Somiah and later he was made the CAG. Now let me ask, at least has the BJP helped the Kodavas with their struggle for entry into the 6th Schedule of the Constitution?! Nothing has been done by the BJP for Kodavas. Even Roads were in terrible shape till the Congress was elected in Karnataka. I am surprised why then Kodavas, at least majority, support BJP.
Star of Mysore: The Karnataka Land Revenue (Third Amendment) Act 2011 abolishing the Jamma Bane tenure of Kodavas and others in Kodagu was gazetted on February 1, 2013 during BJP Government. Is it good for Kodavas and Kodagu?
Brijesh Kalappa: The amendments to the Karnataka Land Revenue Act 1964 which were brought in by the BJP Government are ill-thought-out and present a clear danger to common areas such as the balya mane etc. This opens the door for all and sundry to acquire land in Kodagu, which does not augur well for the local Kodavas and other inhabitants of Kodagu. There is a danger of Kodavas losing their identity as a unique ethnic people.
Star of Mysore: Can’t the State Govt. pass laws restricting purchase of land in Kodagu by outsiders, non-Kodagu residents?
Brijesh Kalappa: It is difficult for the Karnataka Government to enact laws restricting others from buying property in Kodagu like in Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh. This is because this kind of restriction can’t be provided only to a district. However, if the Government of India bestows entry into the 6th Schedule of the Constitution, giving Kodavas an Ethnic Tribal status, such a restriction becomes possible.
Star of Mysore: Now that BJP is in power at the Centre, can’t it bestow entry into the 6th Schedule of the Constitution to make such a restriction possible?
Brijesh Kalappa: Absolutely, it is possible. But BJP merely wants to take the Kodava vote by such emotive issues as Tipu Jayanti and Ram Mandir and does not want to do anything at all for the good of Kodavas or Kodagu.
Star of Mysore: State Congress Government for the first time last year started celebrating Tipu Jayanti and for historical reasons it was opposed specially in Kodagu and Dakshina Kannada. What is your opinion as a Congressman?
Brijesh Kalappa: Why, I have already said in a TV interview that sentiments of people of these two districts should be respected.
Star of Mysore: For Kodavas, considered upper class, entry into government jobs, reservation in the field of education are almost completely blocked so also other privileges. Some politicians compare us to Parsi community and say Kodavas don’t need any help from the government or a Scheduled Tribe status under the Constitution. Apparently, these politicians and rich Kodavas think all Kodavas are rich forgetting a majority of 1.20 lakh Kodavas in Kodagu are just above poverty line. What do you have to say?
Brijesh Kalappa: The comparison to the Parsis by BJP leaders is odious and merely meant to misguide our people. The Parsis moved out of Gujarat into Mumbai in the 16th Century. They were associated with British business. They are 100 times more wealthier than us Kodavas. BJP leaders are cheating Kodavas by placing them on par with the Parsis and urging us not to claim Scheduled Tribe status. Our customs, traditions and language which is a dialict are such, Kodavas are well-qualified for inclusion as Tribes.
Star of Mysore: Since Kodavas are divided among themselves on issues like Jamma and Scheduled Tribe tag by getting entry into 6th Schedule of the Constitution, don’t you think the first step for achieving this goal is unity? At present there are about 8-9 different Kodava organisations fighting for their own perceived causes.
Brijesh Kalappa: There will always be dissenters. But if the cause is pursued with determination, like for example as being done by N.U. Nachappa of CNC, it is possible to get entry into the 6th Schedule.
I have already met, under UPA Government, Kishore Chandra Dev and Kanthilal Bhuria, both Union Tribal Affairs Ministers and they have written to Social Welfare Minister H. Anjaneya, Karnataka State Government, to make a study and send a report. If the State Government sends a NO Objection Report, the Centre can move the matter Constitutionally, you wait and see. Only BJP Government at the Centre should make up its mind.
Let me say to you that since RSS is against Reservation per se, BJP will say if Parsis could refuse Reservation why not Kodavas?
Star of Mysore: Do you mean that if the BJP at the Centre does not invoke the Constitutional provisions and help Kodavas and Kodagu, it will be a great let down?
Brijesh Kalappa: Of course, but BJP will not help. It wants to falsely boost the ego of rich Kodavas by saying they are like Parsis, they are not a Tribe. Has BJP recommended an ardent leader like Dr. M.M. Chengappa and made him an MLC even?! Did the BJP treat A.K. Subbaiah, who got them a foothold in Karnataka, with respect?!
The BJP has a long track record of using communities without ever meaning to give them any benefit whatsoever. The Dalits are also being misused by the BJP. Apart from the Traders and the Priestly class, every other community is being taken for a long ride by the BJP, just as the Kodavas have been taken for a ride all these years.
Brijesh Kalappa regrets bleak future of Kodagu and Kodavas
Kodagu today has sadly slipped from its pre-eminence and is a pale shadow of its glorious former self. The average Kodava in Coorg, though having assimilated into the local stock, feels alienated from the hustle and bustle of Indian democracy and considers himself as rather different from other citizens of his District and State.
Since history has it that Coorg has been an independent entity till 1956, at the very least, they ought to have their own Parliamentarian who can address their specific issues to the Union Government. In the absence of this, the Coorgs are reduced to being mute spectators in this participative democracy. Special consideration has always been given to people belonging to the hills under our Constitution in an attempt to preserve their special land holdings, customs and traditions and in addition to the fact that they are shy by nature and non-participative, unlike the people of the plains.
In this rather dim scenario, there had been a rather rash uprising to claim statehood for itself, this uprising has now channelled itself into a demand for an Autonomous Council under the 6th Schedule of the Constitution of India on the lines of the Gorkhaland Hill Council.
It is the solemn duty of the government to offer adequate representation to its people to ensure a participative democracy. It is therefore the thrust of the Kodavas that the Centre considers an ethno linguistic minority tribal national status for Kodavas under Article 340, 342 of our Constitution and to extend reservation facilities in the field of education, employment and financial benefits on the lines set by the Constitution of India.
This, accompanied by recognition of an autonomous region such as the one in Gorkhaland, by an entry under the 6th Schedule of the Constitution, a constitutional special guarantee for land tenure and customary personnel laws on the lines of Jammu and Kashmir and North Eastern States of India under article 370 and 371 of the Constitution of India, besides due representation in the House of the People and the Council of States, will go a long way in enabling Kodavas of Kodagu an ethno linguistic minority to be part of India’s partipatory democracy.
source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> Feature Articles / June 03rd, 2016
Supreme Court Advocate Brijesh Kalappa (second from right), who called on veteran freedom fighter M.G. Chengappa at his Yadavagiri residence in city, is seen with Prof. K. C. Belliappa (extreme left), Chairman, Sree Cauvery Educational Institutions in Kuvempunagar, Chengappa’s wife Sharada and daughter Prema.
Mysuru :
Kodagu district, having a rich forest cover and River Cauvery, the lifeline of crores of people, is a blend of natural beauty and serenity.
Kodagu, apart from its many uniqueness and natural beauty, is widely known for its hundreds of warriors who fought for the country against the British and other social evils.
One such great warrior is Malavanda G. Chengappa, 103, residing in the State’s cultural capital Mysuru, which is a matter of pride for we citizens. Chengappa, who fought for the nation’s independence, was jailed by the Britishers. He also waged a battle for liquor ban and created widespread awareness campaigns on the necessity for banning liquors.
Born to Malavanda Ganapathy and Seethamma, a farmer couple from Balyamandur village near Ponnampet in South Kodagu, M.G. Chengappa developed the spirit of fighting for just causes at a young age.
Inspired by his maternal uncle K.C. Karumbaiah (a former MP), he jumped into freedom struggle at the age of 18 years. His sister Akkamma too was a freedom fighter, who joined hands with the then Kodagu District Congress President M.G. Kuttappa in fighting for various causes post-independence.
Chengappa was among the prominent leaders, who fought against the British in Kodagu. Chengappa and other freedom fighters were arrested by the British in 1932 and sent to Kannur Central Jail, from where he was shifted to Tiruchirapalli jail.
During his stay in the jail, Chengappa came across several associates of revolutionary freedom fighter Bhagat Singh and expressed his willingness to join them. But due to various reasons, he had to stay back in Kodagu.
In the pre-independence days, the farming community was in deep distress and Chengappa’s family too was not an exception. His family members became helpless when they needed money to get him released from jail. Ultimately, they had to sell a plough (negilu) and a copper vessel to raise enough funds for his release.
Chengappa’s Mysuru connection: M.G. Chengappa has a long connection with Mysuru as he used to take part in Seva Dal camps that were being held at Subbarayanakere grounds, along with other freedom fighters namely Chekkera Monnaiah and Ajjikuttira Chinnappa. The city’s then renowned advocate M.S. Ramaiah had let out his house for camp participants.
Gandhiji’s pat: Mahatma Gandhi, during his freedom struggle campaign in Karnataka, had visited Sri Ramakrishna Ashrama in Ponnampet when Chengappa was one among the volunteers who were picked for taking care of the Mahatma.
With this, Chengappa got an opportunity to know more about Gandhiji. Chengappa, who served Gandhiji tirelessly, was patted by the Mahatma on his back for his meritorious work.
The large number of liquor-loving people in Kodagu was a cause of worry for Chengappa. So he launched a social campaign calling for a liquor ban. Chengappa’s contention was that liquor consumption habits among the people would lead to devastation of their families, besides becoming a bane to the society.
Fearing that alcoholism would push families to the streets besides destroying the future of youth community, Chengappa launched a relentless campaign seeking a ban on liquor.
A vegetarian to the core, Chengappa’s family members say that pure vegetarian diet is the secret of Chengappa’s long life and health.
Chengappa’s patriotism can also be seen in his outfit as he only wears khadi. This centenarian has kept himself away from non-vegetarian diet and liquor.
At present, Chengappa is staying with his wife Sharada and daughter Prema at Chaitra Apartment in Yadavagiri.
It is a matter of pride for Mysureans that a centenarian freedom fighter, who led an ideal life throughout, is residing amidst us.
His niece Dr. Latha Muthanna has penned about the life of this Kodava warrior in her book “Lopamudra’s Daughter.”
Brijesh Kalappa calls on Chengappa: AICC Spokesperson and Supreme Court Advocate Palachanda Brijesh Kalappa, who was in city recently, called on Chengappa at Yadavagiri and enquired about his health. He was accompanied by his father-in-law Prof. Kambeyanda C. Belliappa, Chairman, Sree Cauvery Educational Institutions in Kuvempunagar and former VC of Rajiv Gandhi Central University, Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh. Chengappa, when asked about his health, is said to have replied, “I am quite good” which speaks volumes of his spirit.
source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> General News / June 02nd, 2016
Dr. Richard Vincent D’Souza has taken over as the new Deputy Commissioner of Kodagu.
Speaking to the press later at his office here yesterday, the DC opined that Kodagu had retained its own cultural and historical identity with immense contribution to sports and defence sector. He assured to complete all the development activities in the district.
Dr. Richard Vincent D’Souza was the CEO of Raichur ZP and Jt. Commissioner in BBMP.
source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> General News / June 02nd, 2016
The 450 years old Mund Mane and Ain Mane (traditional ancestral house) belonging to the Mukkatira family in Arapattu village is now being used as the venue for conducting cultural events.
Kannada Sahitya Academy on Saturday organised a cultural event in this magnificent edifice of Kodava culture, heritage and history.
It was the first programme organised at the house other than family members. The house was safeguarded by the family members.
Ummathat by women, Bolkat, Kolat and Pareyakali by men attracted the villagers who attended the function.
Academy president Biddatanda Thammaiah said, he was happy to conduct cultural programmes in ancestral houses of Kodavas which are unique in their design and structures. ”It gives a new feeling and new ambience for both organisers and the audience.
If any other Kodava family has such traditional house, please inform the academy so that we can have cultural programmes there too,” he appealed.
Mukkatira family consists of 200 members settled across the district and outside. They will all gather at this house to celebrate Keilpold, Cauvery Sankramana and Huthari festivals. The offerings to “Guru karona” is also performed by all members of the family.
Former minister MC Nanaiah who attended the programme said the Mund and Ain Mane homes are symbols of prestige for Kodavas.
Mangaluru University professor and Kodava Study Institute head Kodira lokesh said, as many as 1050 Kodava families , 530 Ain Mane and 80 Mund Mane exist in Kodagu. It is a matter of pride for the Mukkatiraa family that it has 2 Mund Mane homes, he said.
source: http://www.timesofindia.indiatimes.com / The Times of India / News Home> City> Mysore / TNN / May 29th, 2016
Task force formed for help during loss of houses, lives.
The City Municipal Council is all set to face eventualities from the heavy rain during monsoon in the next three months.
The Municipality has formed a task force to address the grievances of the people in case of house collapse and loss of life following heavy rain.
City Municipality Commissioner B B Pushvathi has directed the teams to visit the spots immediately in case of any mishap during monsoon. The task force members should not leave the headquarters from June to August, she added.
Problem places Areas like Tyagaraja Nagara, Rajarajeshwari Nagara, Ukkuda, Gaddige, Azad Nagara, Indira Nagara, Chamundeshwari Nagara, Jyothi Nagara, Ventakaramanna Layout, Rifle Range Nagara, Webs layout, Dairy Farm, Mangaladevi Nagara, Moornadu Road, Mangaluru state highway, Jayanagara, Sudarshan Layout, Ashokapura, Mallikarjuna Nagara, Thippegundi, Ranipete, Bhagavathi Nagara, FMC College, Putani Nagara, Dechur are likely to have rain-related mishaps in town. The artificial flood entering the houses and uprooting of trees on the road are common in these areas. The Municipality has deployed officials to such flood-prone areas to mitigate the damages.
Desilting drains She said that officials have been directed to remove the silt in the open drains for the easy flow of rainwater. Senior Programmer M N Sandhya and Second Division Assistant B R Harini have been given the responsibility of collecting information on the rain damage and submit it to the district administration daily. The revenue and health inspectors have been directed to shift the people in low lying areas to the safer places in case of necessity.
The City Municipality has appealed to the contractors to give utmost importance to the safety of the labourers working during the monsoon.
source: http://www.deccanherald.com / Deccan Herald / Home> District / by Aditya K A / Madikeri – DHNS, May 21st, 2016
Rakshana Vedike member opposes fire rituals for rains
Talacauvery Moolaswaroopa Rakshana Vedike Member Ulliyada M Poovaiah urged the government to retain the original glory of Bhagamandala and Talacauvery.
These two spots should not be converted into tourist destinations, he said.Addressing mediapersons here on Tuesday, Poovaiah said that in the official documents of the government, such as maps, Cauvery kshetra is mentioned as a tourist centre.
“The mistake should be rectified. Necessary measures should be taken to control the activities of tourists at the theerthakola (pond) of Talacauvery and Brahmagiri Hills. Security personnel should be appointed at the junction near Kailasa Ashrama and a gate should be erected,” he said.
Dress code
“Also, a dress code should be implemented at the Cauvery kshetra. The maintenance of theerthakola and Brahmakundike must be carried out as mentioned in the letter by Neeleshwara Padmanabha Tantri to the deputy commissioner. The water of the theerthakola has not been changed the last several months. The polluted water may cause harm to health. Hence, the theerthakola should be cleaned regularly. Measures should be taken to implement green police system in Talacauvery,” he demanded.
‘No rituals’
“There is an information saying some seers will perform sacred fire rituals at Talacauvery for rains. Singing the glory of God through bhajan and namasmarane is allowed, but sacred fire rituals are not entertained,” he said.
Ulliyada Poovaiah said that the plastic sheet above the brahmakundike is against religious beliefs. The cover should be removed immediately. The pooja timings should be displayed on a venue. The pooja should be conducted on specific timings.
Kodava Makkada Koota President Bollajira B Ayyappa, Talacauvery Moola Swaroopa Rakshana Vedike Convener Kokkalera A Cariappa, Secretary Karun Kalaiah, members Kodiyara Muttanna and Ratan Thammaiah were present.
source: http://www.deccanherald.com / Deccan Herald / Home> District / Madikeri – DHNS – May 12th, 2016
Madikeri Karnataka Arebhashe Samskruthi Mathu Sahitya Academy in association with Kodagu Gowda Samaja, Mysuru, will host ‘Arebhashe Aisiri,’ a 2-day cultural meet at the Scouts and Guides ground near DC office in city on May 14 and 15.
Announcing this at a press meet here yesterday, Academy Chairman Kolyada Girish said that Mysuru’s Kodagu Gowda Samaja President Kudupaje K. Kushalappa will inaugurate the event at 11 am on May 14. Mysuru Kodagu Gowda Ex-Servicemen Welfare Association President Chittimada U. Janardhan, Kodagu and Dakshina Kannada Gowda Women’s Association President Uluvarana Ghanavathi, Mysuru Kodagu Arebhashe Gowda Yuva Vedike President Mukkati Punith will be the chief guests on the occasion, he said.
The meet will feature a host of cultural and literary events and contests which include Arebhashe Pada recitation, Arebhashe Kolata, mono-acting, group dance, Arebhashe poets meet etc.
A grand procession will be taken out from Kote Anjaneyaswamy Temple at the North Gate of the Palace at 9 am on May 15. MLA Vasu will flag off the procession in the presence of Mayor B.L. Bhyrappa.
Chief Minister Siddharamaiah will formally inaugurate the meet at the Scouts and Guides ground at 11 am on May 15. Union Law Minister D. V. Sadananda Gowda, Ministers V. Sreenivasa Prasad, D.K. Shivakumar, Umashree and Dinesh Gundu Rao, MPs Pratap Simha and Shobha Karandlaje will take part, he said.
The inauguration will be followed by a seminar on issues related to Arebhashe culture.
The valedictory will take place at 6 pm, with Joint Director of Information Department T. C. Poornima delivering the valedictory address.
University of Mysuru Vice-Chancellor Prof. K.S. Rangappa, Corporator Cheluvegowda, Retd. Principal Dr. Kanadka A. Padma, Mysuru Kodagu Gowda Samaja former President Kodakandi Gopal will be present, he said.
source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> General News / May 11th, 2016
Karnataka Arebhashe Samskritika and Sahitya Academy, Madikeri, in association with Kodagu Gowda Samaja will hold a two-day meet from May 14 to preserve and promote the old Kodagu Gowda culture.
Academy chief Kolyada Girish said the event will be held at Bharath Scouts and Guides grounds. The cultural event will be inaugurated by Kudupajje K Kushalappa, president of Kodagu Gowda Samaja.
“The event has been organized to make the younger generation more familarized with the rich Kodagu Gowda culture and tradition. Nearly 3,000 people from all over Karnataka are expected to take part,” said Girish.
Solo elocution on Arebhashe culture, fashion show, lyric writing, mono acting, rhymes, conference and other cultural events will be held on the occasion, said Mandrira G Mohandas, coordinator of the function.
Cultural programmes
On the second day, cultural programmes will be inaugurated by chief minister Siddaramaiah. The rally will be flagged off by MLA Vasu. Seetharama Kevalla, principal, Vidya Rashmi Vidyasamthe, Savanuru, Chandramathi from Government High School Markanja and Pattada Shivakumar from Government College, Hobbli will present papers on the Arebhashe culture and tradition.
source: http://www.timesofindia.indiatimes.com / The Times of India / News Home> City> Mysore / TNN / May 12th, 2016
Union Defense Minister Manohar Parrikar will arrive at Madikeri tomorrow to participate in the valedictory function of the ongoing Shantheyanda Hockey Tournament-2016 at K.M. Cariappa College Grounds.
Addressing a joint press meet yesterday, Tournament Committee President S.B. Ravi Kushalappa and Working President Veena Achhaiah said that the tournament had been organised successfully with over 299 teams participating.
Manohar Parrikar will be the chief guest of the valedictory function to be held at 2 pm tomorrow. State Home Minister Dr. G. Parameshwara, Ministers Dinesh Gundurao, T.B. Jayachandra, Abhayachandra Jain, Satish Jarkiholi, Mysuru-Kodagu MP Pratap Simha, Legislators Appachu Ranjan, K.G. Bopaiah and Sunil Subramani, AICC Spokesperson Brijesh Kalappa, Kodava Hockey Academy President Pandanda Kuttappa and others will be present. The event will be presided by Shantheyanda B. Monnappa.
The final match of Shantheyanda Cup-2016 will be held at 3 pm tomorrow. The winning team will be awarded a cash prize of Rs. 2 lakh and Runner-up team will get Rs. 1 lakh cash prize. The teams losing in the semi-finals will get Rs. 25,000 each.
source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> Sports News / May 07th, 2016
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