Mangalore: J R Lobo opens new office, asks people to make use of it

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Daijiworld Media Network - Mangalore (NM)

Mangalore, May 25: The new office of Mangalore South MLA J R Lobo was inaugurated at the MCC building, Kadri here on Saturday May 25. It was earlier the office of KUDCEMP.

The spacious office, located on the second floor of the MCC building, has a chamber for the MLA, a meeting hall, rooms for assistant officers and a reception.

The office was inaugurated by former union minister and Congress leader B Janardhan Poojary by cutting the ribbon.

Addressing party workers and the media at the office meeting hall, Poojary said, "I am happy to be part of this occasion. When I was a member of the Lok Sabha, I did not expect any government facility, car or officer, but it is nice to see J R Lobo take up an office like this and make himself more approachable to people. This will allow people to meet him more easily."

He added, "This office should not be limited to only the officials or party workers, it should be accessible to the general public. It is an opportunity for people to come and seek his help in resolving their problems."

He advised the party workers to strive hard and said, "It is our dharma to serve people. The opposition as well as some people are waiting for us to make mistakes. Do not let it happen. People wanted a change from the misrule of the former BJP government, and hence they chose us. They have lots of expectations from us, and we should do our utmost to fulfil them. Make use of this opportunity to serve people."

Lauding J R Lobo for his intiatives, he said, "J R Lobo has emerged as a person who see beyond caste and other differences and works for people of sections. Let him be a role model to the society and win the affection of people from all walks of life."

He also cautioned, "If J R Lobo ever indulges in corruption or anything that is anti-people, I will be the first to stand against him. May god bless him in his endeavours."

On a concluding note, he urged party workers to wholeheartedly support J R Lobo in his mission.

In his address, J R Lobo thanked party workers for playing a pivotal role in his victory and said, "Because of the efforts of the party workers who worked with a single goal and unity, I could win the elections. The election campaign was akin to a battle, with all party workers uniting together and keeping their spirits high throughout. We were determined to win. For all this, I wholeheartedly thank the party workers and supporters."

Echoing Poojary's suggestions, Lobo said, "This office has been set up for the people. They can come any time and approach me if they need help or if any injustice has been done to them. I urge the public to make full use of this facility."

District Congress vice-president Ibrahim Kodijal highlighted the role of wives in the success of people's representatives and said that without their support and encouragement it would not be possible to serve the society.

Congress leaders Ivan D'Souza, Ashraf, Vijaykumar Shetty, K S Mohammed, Suresh Ballal and a number of party workers were present.