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Daijiworld Media Network - Udupi (TP)

Udupi, Aug 23: BJP's Prabhakar Poojary and Rajani Hebbar were unanimously elected as president and vice president of the Udupi City Municipality Council (CMC).

Rayappa, the assistant commissioner, conducted the election as the election officer at the city municipal office on Friday, August 23.

Prabhakar Poojary, a two-time municipal councillor, was elected president, while Rajani Hebbar, a fresh face, was elected vice president.

Yashpal Suvarna, MLA of Udupi, welcomed the newly elected president and vice president by honouring them with flower bouquets.

Ramesh Kanchan, a councillor, commented on the occasion, "There are many pending tasks, including the relocation of the city municipality. I hope both the president and vice president will work for development without any political influence."

Vijay Kodavoor, another councillor, congratulated the 10th president and vice president of the CMC, adding, "There are many development activities to be undertaken. I wish both would work for the welfare of the city without any bias."

Yashpal Suvarna, MLA, congratulated the newly elected president and vice president, stating, "The people of Udupi city were eagerly anticipating this election. You have been entrusted with the responsibility to serve them. Your goal should be to win the trust of the 35 wards of the CMC. Regular meetings are required every three months, but only one meeting has been held in the past 15 months. It is crucial that you address all pending tasks."

Prabhakar Poojary, president of the CMC, outlined his plans: "We have several initiatives in mind and seek the support of all authorities and councillors. We aim to build a new city municipal council building, lower water bills, and address other public complaints. We pledge to uphold a zero-corruption rule, prioritize cleanliness in Udupi, and ensure that STP water is purified and distributed effectively."

Rajani Hebbar, vice president, expressed her gratitude to all the councillors for electing her as vice president.

Rayappa, commissioner, congratulating the elected president and vice president assured, "We will fully support the president and vice president in all development activities. Udupi is currently leading in financial performance and tax collection."