Mangaluru: "Let us uphold the original intent of the Constitution by respecting its basic principles such as secularism and freedom of expression. The dignity and sovereignty of the country should be preserved, and we should be committed to implementing the wishes of the Constitution," said Dakshina Kannada district in-charge minister Dinesh Gundurao.

Minister Gundurao delivered this message after hoisting the flag at the 75th Republic Day ceremony organized by the DK district administration at Nehru Maidan in the city on Friday.

"Our government has designated Basavanna as the cultural leader of the state of Karnataka. Inspirational figures like Narayan Guru, Allama Prabhu, and Kuvempur, who advocated the message of Vishwa Manava, have always motivated our government. We are committed to governing according to their guidance," he stated.

"The essence of utopia lies in rule by the people. In just seven months since coming to power, we have fulfilled five promises, providing a true utopia by honoring our commitments to the people of the country, much like how Rama became an ideal man by fulfilling promises and addressing people's issues," he continued. Minister Gundurao urged everyone to reflect on the ideal personality of Rama, emphasizing the need to worship Rama with love, patience, and tolerance, rather than hate and jealousy.

"On the occasion of the 75th anniversary of the establishment of the Constitution, all Indians have a crucial responsibility to protect it. Any attempt to change the constitution is akin to stabbing the soul of India. We must unequivocally condemn such dangerous proposals. Our acceptance of the Constitution and adherence to a federal system based on mutual cooperation and compatibility is vital. All states have equal rights and duties in this federal system, and any discrimination will adversely affect the entire union system. Therefore, we must be cautious not to harm the union system," he warned.

Minister Rao disclosed that 53 new dialysis machines were allocated to Dakshina Kannada district. These machines are earmarked for distribution to District Wenlock Hospital and government taluk hospitals in Bantwal, Belthangady, Puttur, and Sullia. Highlighting efforts to address endosulfan poisoning, Rao mentioned that existing daycare centers in Kokkada and Koila are operational, with plans underway to establish four more centers in Kaniyoor, Bellare, Panaje, and Vittal. Discussing a significant multi-village drinking water project, Rao revealed that the state cabinet approved a Rs 245 crore initiative to supply water to 24 villages in Bantwal and Ullal taluks. The project aims to source water from the Kairangala water purification unit.

MP Nalin Kumar Kateel, MLAs Vedavyasa Kamat, Harish Kumar, Dr. Manju Nath Bhandari, Mayor Sudhir Shetty of Manapa, West Zone Inspector General of Police Amit Singh, DC Mullai Mugilan, Commissioner of Police Anupam Aggarwal others were present at the event.