Moily Releases JP Hegde’s Manifesto for Prosperous Development of Udupi and Chikkamgaluru

Moily Releases JP Hegde’s Manifesto for Prosperous Development of Udupi and Chikkamgaluru

Udupi: The Former Union Minister Veerappa Moily released the Udupi-Chikkamagaluru Congress Candidate K Jayaprakash Hegde’s Manifesto for Prosperous Development of Udupi and Chikkamgaluru on April 22.

Highlighting the manifesto that Eco-friendly Tourism, Government Medical College for Udupi and Chikkamgaluru, and Activation of the dormant ‘Arecanut Research Centre’ to bolster areca nut cultivation is included.

Key High Lights of The Manifesto:

1. Agricultural Advancements:

• Activation of the dormant ‘Arecanut Research Centre’ to bolster areca nut cultivation.
• Implementation of recommendations from the Gorakh Singh report to safeguard the interests of areca nut growers.
• Combatting perennial leaf spot disease affecting areca nut crops through dedicated research efforts.

2. Promotion of Dairy Farming and Agricultural Exports:

• Establishment of a KMF milk unit in Chikkamagaluru district to boost dairy farming.
• Endeavours to obtain Global Brand (GI Tag) status for Malenadu’s agricultural products.
• Encouragement of exports by identifying and promoting 10 different agricultural and industrial products.

3. Malenadu Development:

• Initiatives to increase compensation for crop damage caused by wild animals.
• Recognition and preservation of heritage settlements in the hilly region.
• Celebration of ‘Mountain Day’ on April 15th annually to raise awareness about the life and culture of hilly regions.

4. Industrial and Infrastructural Growth:

• Development of industrial colonies and corridors to support micro and small-scale industries.
• Establishment of fisheries industrial sectors and seafood processing zones to facilitate exports.
• Expansion of infrastructure including mini-bus connectivity, airstrips, and port connectivity roads.

5. Healthcare and Education Enhancement:

• Upgradation of government hospitals and establishment of a well-equipped ESI Hospital for industrial workers.
• Proposals for government medical and engineering colleges to bolster educational opportunities.
• Construction of a well-equipped ‘sports complex’ to promote sports activities in the UdupiChikkamagaluru.

6. Fisheries Development:

• Emphasis on dredging projects and facilities.
• Provision of subsidies and pension facilities for retired fishermen.
• Enforcement of strict measures for timely insurance claims related to fisheries.

7. Land and Fisheries Reforms:

• Simplification of legal restrictions to facilitate land allotment for agricultural use.
• Efforts to amend the Fisheries Act, of 1984, to align with current requirements.
• Establishment of weather forecasting stations along the Karnataka coast to aid fisheries.