Mohan Kuthar

Daijiworld Media Network – Mangaluru (MS)

Mangaluru, Feb 19: In anticipation of the upcoming 12th DYFI state-level convention scheduled to take place in Thokkottu, preparations have been underway, marked by the hoisting of flexes and hoardings across the region. However, controversy has erupted as authorities, notably the Konaje police, have demanded the removal of certain displays.

Notably, a large cut-out near the DYFI office in Harekala, featuring Tipu Sultan, has drawn attention. Despite lacking permission from the Konaje police, the hoarding was erected, prompting authorities to intervene and request its removal. The station officer of Konaje police served notice on Sunday, yet due to the absence of the Harekala panchayat PDO, the cut-out remained untouched.

Expressing discontent, Imtiyaz, the district president of DYFI, criticized the actions of the Konaje police, accusing them of attempting to enforce the removal of the cut-out themselves. Imtiyaz voiced his defiance in a blog post, asserting that DYFI activists would safeguard all hoardings, including those featuring historical figures like Rani Abbakka.