Daijiworld Media Network – Mangaluru (MS)
Mangaluru, Nov 27: MLA Dr Bharath Shetty Y said that Kottara Chowki junction in the city will be named after the late Capt Pranjal, the brave warrior of Karnataka, who was martyred in the battle with terrorists at Rajauri in Jammu and Kashmir.
He further said, “An Amar Jawan theme park will be built at Kottara Chowki. Hence, it is suitable to name the circle nearby to the park after Capt Pranjal, who grew up in the city. Instructions will be given to the Mangaluru City Corporation (MCC) via a letter in this regard.”
The MLA also said that the decision of the late Captain Pranjal, who did not dream of a job that would have given him lac of rupees in remuneration but chose to join army from his childhood, is an inspiration to the younger generation. He also said that let the almighty God give strength to his family to bear this untimely loss.