Daijiworld Media Network - Udupi (JD)

Udupi, May 20: Clarifying public's complaint on the restrictions of inter-district travel from Udupi to other districts, assistant deputy commissioner (ADC) Sadashiva Prabhu said, “There was a little confusion regarding the state order of free movement of individuals between districts. But we have clarified the issue with everyone concerned. Today, we have asked all the tahsildars, police departments and concerned authorities to follow state orders and allow free movement of individuals between districts."

Reportedly, there were complaints regarding free movement of individuals between districts. Public lamented that even though they had a genuine reason to travel, officials urged them to produce government-issued passes at the check posts.

ADC Sadashiva Prabhu

"To travel by car, as per orders, a driver and two passengers in the backseat is allowed. But the passengers willing to travel to other districts should have a legitimate reason. Travel is allowed for work-related reasons, hospital visit for patients, and shifting the family. However, this will be allowed only when the travellers provide a copy of their documents asserting that the reason for their travel is genuine," he said.

"No one is allowed to cross the border just for the sake of visiting Mangaluru or other districts. The first order allowing free movement between districts was issued late at night. However, due to the communication gap, the concerned authorities were puzzled on whether to follow the orders or not. Fortunately, the issue is clarified and free travel will be allowed between districts, but only for valid reasons," he added.