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Mysore Medical College alumnus Dr.Dechu Ponnappa gets global recognition

July 24, 2016Education, Famous Personalities of Kodagu / Coorg, Inspiration / Positive News and Features, Leaders, Nri's / Pio's, Records, All, Science & Technology, World Opinionadmin

Mysuru :

The Leading Physicians of the World (LPW) has recognised Dr. Dechu Ponnappa Puliyanda, MD, an alumnus of Mysore Medical College (MMC), as a top Paediatric Nephrologist in California by including her name in its 2016 edition.

LPW, which began as a yearly publication, selecting and documenting the biographies of medicines brightest minds, has over time evolved into the largest international exclusive medical organisation, representing first rate doctors in over 100 different medical specialties in all major markets across the globe.

Profile: Dechu Puliyanda is an astute clinician with a special interest in Pediatric Nephrology and kidney transplantation. After finishing her Fellowship in Nephrology and Transplantation from Harvard, she joined the prestigious Cedars Sinai Medical Centre in Beverly Hills California, where she currently serves as the Director of the Pediatric Nephrology programme. She is a professor of Pediatrics at Cedars Sinai Medical Centre as well as Professor of Pediatrics at the UCLA-David Geffen School of Medicine at Los Angeles, California.

Her research has focused on viral infections in the post transplant period, and surrogate markers for renal transplant rejection. She is a world-renowned speaker and has presented at a number of national and international conferences. She is an author of many peer-reviewed publications in prestigious medical journals. In addition, she has a very strong commitment to providing comprehensive care to children and adolescents with chronic kidney disease.

Dr. Dechu Puliyanda is is a member of the American Society of Transplantation, International Pediatric Transplantation Association, American Society of Nephrology, American Society of Pediatric Nephrology, International Pediatric Nephrology Association to name a few.

A gold medallist from Mysore Medical College (MMC), Dr. Dechu Puliyanda completed her internship and residency at the Rush Presbyterian St.Luke’s Medical Centre in Chicago. She then completed her Fellowship in Nephrology and Transplantation at the Children’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston.

She is the daughter of late Dr. Kokkalera Ponnappa and Machie Ponnappa (nee Pandanda), who is a resident of Mittal Panorama on Lalitha Mahal Road in Mysuru. She is married to Subbaiah Puliyanda and the couple have two children, Siddarth and Sitara.

Dechu’s brother Uthaiah Kokkalera is a Robotic Laparascopic Surgeon in Los Angeles, California.

source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> General News / July 18th, 2016

Indian Davis Cup Team Dancing After 4-1 Win Over Korea On Sunday

July 24, 2016Famous Personalities of Kodagu / Coorg, Records, All, Sports, World Opinionadmin

Not used to playing singles anymore, India’s Rohan Bopanna found rhythm in nick of time to edge past Hong Chung before Yong-Kyu Lim prevented a Korean whitewash with a gritty win over Ramkumar Ramanathan in the Davis Cup Asia\Oceania Group I tie on Sunday.

Asked to take court in place of Saketh Myneni, who is still recovering from his gruelling match on Friday, Bopanna laboured to a 3-6 6-4 6-4 win

source: http://www.youtube.com / Indian Express Online / published July 17th, 2016

Remembering those who fought for freedom

July 24, 2016About Kodagu / Coorg, Amazing Feats, Famous Personalities of Kodagu / Coorg, Historical Links / Pre-Independence, Inspiration / Positive News and Features, Leaders, Records, Alladmin

A rare document from 1931 reveals the role played by freedom fighters from Kodagu

Legacy: A picture of freedom fighters with Mallengada Chengappa (right) at the laying of the foundation stone for the Freedom Fighters' memorial in Gonicoppa on December 16, 1998. — Legacy: A picture of freedom fighters with Mallengada Chengappa (right) at the laying of the foundation stone for the Freedom Fighters’ memorial in Gonicoppa on December 16, 1998.

A rare document from 1931 obtained by The Hindu here speaks volumes about people from Kodagu district who were in the forefront of the freedom struggle under the leadership of Mahatma Gandhi.

The people of Kodagu had issued a ‘manapatra’ then, a letter of honour, commending and saluting the 98 brave men and women who revolted against the British, following the footsteps of the Father of the Nation. They had taken part in the satyagraha in 1930-31 and were incarcerated.

Pandyanda Belliappa, Kollimada Karumbaiah, Chekkera Monnaiah, Makki Krishnaiah, Mallengada Chengappa, Abdul Gafoor Khan, Ajjikuttira Chinnappa, Ponnimada Machaiah, Kalengada Chinnappa, K.M. Subraya, Puliyanda Subbaiah, V. R. Thammaiah, Bidarur Madaiah, Chokira Madappa, Poojari Muthappa, Pandikanda Madappa, H.R. Krishnaiah were some among the people honoured by the people of Kodagu in 1931. Puliyanda Subbaiah, who hailed from Maggula village, was a true Gandhian till his death. He wore Khadi and counselled patience whenever a rift arose among people. So was V.R. Thammaiah, another Gandhian, who also hailed from the village. Elders say that H.R. Krishnaiah even refused to apply for pension after Independence saying if the Government recognised his contribution, it should come to his doorstep and give him the pension papers.

Even women did not lag behind. Kotera Accavva, Balyatanda Muddavva, Mukkatira Bojamma, Machimanda Medakka, Appanderanda Kalamma also joined the freedom struggle. The manapatra given to them on March 11, 1931, stated that they had been imprisoned for preaching the message of Mahatma Gandhi and taking part in the satyagraha.

The manapatra further stated that the people of Kodagu would not be able to offer them (the freedom fighters) privileges such as ‘Jahagir’, ‘Umbali’ — both land grants for service rendered — or ‘Pinchani’ (pension), but would carry forward the noble message of freedom struggle, support and abide by it.

A sentence read significantly that “Bharata mateya makallada Kodaginavaru drohigalalla, Bhartada veera putra putriyaru embudannu prapanchakke saridiri”. This meant “the people of Kodagu, who are the children of mother India, are not traitors. You have heralded a message to the world that you are valiant sons and daughters of India.” The people who were mentioned in the manapatra at the function presided by Biddanda Subbaiah, also had taken a pledge to follow the ideals propounded by Gandhiji such as ‘swadeshi’ and liquor prohibition.

A section of people might feel that some people of Kodagu supported the British. But it cannot be forgotten that Guddemane Appaiah Gowda who had fought the British was hanged at the Fort here by the British on October 31, 1837, much before the Sepoy Mutiny took place.

Kodagina Gowramma had offered all her jewellery to Gandhiji when he had visited here soliciting peoples’ support for continuing the freedom movement in the early 1930s.

It is an unfortunate irony that the Freedom Fighters’ memorial, the work for which started at Gonicoppa 12 years ago and the Guddemane Appaiah Gowda memorial, of which works are now underway, are yet to be completed.

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The ‘manapatra’ saluted the 98 men and women who revolted against the British

The work on the Freedom Fighters’ memorial at Gonicoppa started 12 years ago

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source: http://www.thehindu.com / The Hindu / Home> Karnataka / by Staff Correspondent / Madikeri – August 15th, 2010

Doctor from Kodagu wins U.S. award

July 24, 2016Famous Personalities of Kodagu / Coorg, Inspiration / Positive News and Features, Nri's / Pio's, Records, All, Science & Technology, World Opinionadmin

Madikeri:

Kokkalera Uthaiah Ponnappa, who hails from Kodagu and is now settled in the U.S., has bagged the Resident Achievement Award for 2005, a national award given to a resident surgeon in that country by the Society of Laparo-endoscopic Surgeons (SLS), according to family sources here.

An SLS communication to Dr. Uthaiah Ponnappa said that in recognition of his being an outstanding laparo-endoscopic resident, his name has been listed in the SLS News and World Report section of the Journal of the Society of Laparo-endoscopic Surgeons.

Dr. Uthaiah Ponnappa did his MBBS at Bangalore Medical College and went to Manchester in the U.K. for his FRCS. — Staff Correspondent

source: http://www.thehindu.com / The Hindu / Home> Karnataka> Briefly / Saturday – July 16th, 2005

Kodagu battlers ready for action

July 16, 2016Famous Personalities of Kodagu / Coorg, Records, All, Sports, World Opinionadmin

If there is one place in Karnataka that has produced top quality hockey players on a consistent basis, it has to be Kodagu. And when it comes to producing Olympians, few regions can match this picturesque district.

Joining the stalwarts likes MP Ganesh, BP Govinda (both 1972 Olympics), AB Subbaiah (1992, 96) and CS Poonacha (1992), Arjun Halappa (2004) who all donned the Indian colours at the quadrennial extravaganza, is the quartet of SV Sunil, Nikkin Thimmaiah, SK Uthappa and VR Raghunath who will form part of India’s charge in Rio.

“I am lucky to have been born in a region that has such rich tradition of hockey,” gushed India’s ace dragflicker Raghunath.

“The tradition dates long back. We have that in our blood. Promoting hockey and joining the Indian Army are the two things that people in Kodagu look up to as they grow up,” he remarked.

While Raghunath believes that it’s the love for the game that has resulted in such a surge of players, the vice-captain of the Rio-bound side, Sunil, credited the way in which Kodagu nurtures the upcoming talent. “I think it has got more to do with the way we nurture talent. We have clubs and loads of teams that play hockey,” said the forward.

“I remember my days. The seniors at the club would come home and drag me to the ground if I didn’t turn up for a practice session.”

Uthappa explains the keen interest that the people back in his hometown take in the game: “Recently when I was back home for two days, the way people spoke — not only the ones I knew, but also strangers — about the Champions Trophy was really touching.

“It not just a compliment, but people would dissect and analyse every move of yours. Things like you should have done this and not that and so on. That shows the interest people have,” he said.

Joining the illustrious list of hockey Olympians from Kodagu for the first time is Thimmaiah. And the 25-year-old is eagerly looking forward to it. “I grew up reading and hearing about Olympics. And here I am preparing for what will be my first Olympics. I want to ensure that I do well and give the best for my team,” stressed the 25-year-old.

While the Kodagu quartet is sure to play a key role in the Indian set up for sometime now, there are worrying signs. The junior national side, that is busy preparing for the Junior World Cup later this year, has no player from Karnataka. Raghunath, though, believes that it’s just a phase.

“Yes, we did have a small break in between, where you had no one coming up in the age-group category. But I see it as a part of a cycle,” he said.

“We have been identifying good players in the U-16 and U-18 level. And I am sure by next year we will have guys in these age-group teams too. But insofar as the Junior World Cup is concerned, the core group looks set and it’s difficult for anyone to break in now,” he reasoned.

DH News Service

source: http://www.deccanherald.com / Deccan Herald / Home> Sports / by Naveen Peter / DHNS – Bengaluru, July 16th, 2016

All was solemn at Rangasamudra

July 9, 2016Famous Personalities of Kodagu / Coorg, Records, Alladmin

Bidding farewell:A large crowd outside the residence of M.K. Ganapathy at Rangasamudra village in Kodagu district on Friday.— PHOTO: M.A. SRIRAM

The last rites of Dy.SP M.K. Ganapathy was held with full police honours in his native village of Rangasamudra in Kodagu on Friday.

The Last Post was played and the firing of three rounds in the air, followed by wreaths laid by senior police officers completed the solemn ceremony. They then went along with family members to the farm for the final rituals held amid an incessant drizzle.

M.K. Ganapathy’s grieving mother and other relatives at his native village in Kodagu on Friday.— PHOTO: M.A. SRIRAM

The poignant rituals was punctuated by an occasional sob by family members. Gapanapthy’s wife, Pavana, and their children Nehal, studying engineering, and Sahil, who is in school, were stoic while trying to come to terms with the tragedy.

Ganapathy’s brothers M.K. Thammaiah, a Dy.SP in Ramanagaram, and Machaiah, a planter, were dazed throughout the ceremony, which concluded late in the evening.

“It was Ganapathy who inspired me and brought me the applications to write the exam to get into the police service,” recalled Mr. Thammaiah. Though he was depressed and under treatment, we did not expect him to resort to the extreme step.”

Earlier in the day, there was a steady stream of friends, relatives, former colleagues, and well-wishers to the farmhouse to pay their last respects.

The post-mortem of the body was conducted at the Government Hospital in Madikeri on Friday morning, and later handed over to the family.

Scores of BJP activists staged a dharna and blocked the road in Madikeri. They dispersed once the body was shifted to Rangasamudra. A large posse of policemen were deployed to prevent any untoward incident and to ensure smooth conduct of the last rites.

source: http://www.thehindu.com / The Hindu / Home> National> Karnataka / by R. Krishna Kumar / Rangasamudra(Kodagu District) / July 09th, 2016

Kodagu banks surpass SME target

July 8, 2016Business & Economy, Records, Alladmin

Under the Prime Minister's Jana Dhan Yojna, Kodagu has achieved 100% target — Under the Prime Minister’s Jana Dhan Yojna, Kodagu has achieved 100% target

Madikeri:

In the sector of small and medium bu siness enterprises, Kodagu district has surpassed its target by registering more transactions compared to previous year.

As against the target of transactions worth Rs 20,000 lakh, the banks have achieved Rs 25,655 lakh, registering a growth of 128%, explained Kodagu lead bank manager K A Devaiah. He announced this at the district-level annual review meeting attended by MP Prathap Simha and MLC Sunil Subramani here recently.

The advances given to farming and other sectors stood at Rs 3,41,948 lakh, which is 10% more compared to figures in financial year 2015. With agriculture loans receiving a priority, advances of up to Rs 2,46,211 lakh was extended, which is 30% more compared to previous year. The deposits have also increased, with the aggregate standing at Rs 5,06,625 lakh (16% more compared to 2015).

Kodagu district has 16,851 self-help groups (SHGs) with an enrolment of 98,450 women, including 12,846 SC/ STs. The savings of these SHGs stand at Rs 2,480 lakh. Under the Prime Minister’s Jana Dhan Yojna, Kodagu has achieved 100% target.

source: http://www.timesofindia.indiatimes.com / The Times of India / News Home> City> Mysore / TNN / July 07th, 2016

Joshna Chinappa breaks Top10 barrier

July 5, 2016Famous Personalities of Kodagu / Coorg, Records, All, Sports, World Opinionadmin

New Delhi :

Top squash player Joshna Chinappa on Friday rose to a career high 10th position in the latest PSA world rankings, becoming the second Indian to break the top-10 barrier after longtime India teammate Dipika Pallikal.

Chinappa, who has been in fine form in the last six months, moved a place to be 10th in the standings. Pallikal, who broke the top-10 barrier in December 2012, is ranked 19th in the latest rankings.

Chinappa had reached her biggest ever final at the HKFC International in Hong Kong in May.

She is now getting ready to defend her title in the National Championship, to be held in Mumbai from July 12.

Pallikal, who was 18th last month, dropped a place in the rankings. She was a quarterfinalist at the HKFC International.

The only other Indian in the top 20, Saurav Ghosal, remained on 17. Ghosal had been off action for a while nursing an ankle injury and is due to return to active squash at the Nationals in Mumbai.

source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> Sports News / July 04th, 2016

Kodagu palace brings alive fading memories

July 4, 2016Arts, Culture & Entertainment, Historical Links / Pre-Independence, Records, Alladmin

Madikeri :

The Nalkunadu palace in Yuvakapadi, 30 km from Madikeri, was built in the late 18th century by Doddaveera Rajendra, a king of the Haleri dynasty. The last king who lived there, Chikaveera Rajendra, was immortalised in fiction by the celebrated Kannada writer Masti Venkatesa Iyengar. The palace is also called Nalnad aremane in Kodava parlance.

The palace is now attracting a huge number of tourists. Its unique features include a mantap where marriages were solemnised. The palace stands atop a hillock next to Tandiyandamol, the highest peak of district. (This breathtaking expanse is drawing bigger numbers after it was featured as Mugilupete in the hit Kannada film Gaalipata).

Built in brick and mortar, the palace is about 65 feet wide, and has a spacious verandah. The ground floor has a wooden roof with carvings, depicting flowers, vines, dancing girls, musicians, and a king and queen. The style is Indo-Saracenic. A 6×10 ft mural depicts the king in a procession, but it is damaged. Four dark rooms at the back, historians say, were used as a prison.

A spacious darbar hall, several baths and chambers for the king and queen are still in evidence. In 1796, king Doddaveera Rajendra married Mahadevammaji, his second wife, at the mantap here.

Some walls have lime carvings of the two-head mythical bird Gandabherunda, elephants, and lions. Artists from Rajasthan and Mysore were brought in for the special carvings, some of which have been ravaged by time. Similar architecture is seen at the Madikeri Omkareshwara temple.

Surrounded by lush greenery, the palace had a copper kalasha (cupola) on its roof which, elderly people say, is now obscured.

source: http://www.newindianexpress.com / The New Indian Express / Home> States> Karnataka / by Coovercolly Indresh / July 03rd, 2016

Joshna Chinappa Breaks Into World’s Top-10

July 2, 2016Famous Personalities of Kodagu / Coorg, Records, All, Sports, World Opinionadmin

Joshna Chinappa is now the second Indian squash player after Dipika Pallikal to enter the top-10 ranking. Dipika is currently ranked 19th.

Joshna Chinappa entered final at the HKFC International in Hong Kong in May. / @ AFP — Joshna Chinappa entered final at the HKFC International in Hong Kong in May.
/ @ AFP

New Delhi:

Joshna Chinappa, top squash player, on Friday rose to a career high 10th position in the latest PSA world rankings, becoming the second Indian to break the top-10 barrier after Dipika Pallikal.