Daijiworld Media Network – Mangaluru (MS)

Mangaluru, Aug 21: The zonal office of MCC was inaugurated on Saturday, August 20 by Dakshina Kannada district in-charge minister Sunil Kumar.

Speaking on the occasion, Sunil said, “A high tech zonal office has been inaugurated at Surathkal. I congratulate the Mayor of MCC and the whole team for the same. This will help people to get the government services on time.”

Local MLA Dr Bharath Shetty said, “Emphasis has been laid on digitalization in the zonal office at Surathkal. People can get the tokens and get their work done faster. Local corporators and officials will always be available to provide services to citizens.”

Mayor Premananda Shetty said, “The long standing demand of people of Surathkal is fulfilled. I congratulate the public on behalf of MCC. This office will be helpful in making all facilities reach the doorstep of citizens.”

MLC Manjunath Bhandary, Sudhir Shetty Kannoor, corporators Nayana Kotian, Shwetha Poojary, Bharathraj and commissioner of MCC Akshay Sridhar were present.

The display of Savarkar photo in the zonal office of MCC at Surathkal has courted controversy. The photo is displayed in the office room meant for use by Dr Bharath Shetty, MLA of Suratkal. Floral tributes were offered to Savarkar by minister Sunil Kumar, MLA Bharath Shetty and Mayor Premanand Shetty during the inauguration.

Netizens are expressing objection over the installation of Savarkar photo in a government office. Responding to the criticism, Dr Bharath Shetty said, “Savarkar’s photo is displayed in the parliament of the country itself. So there is no need for me to get anyone’s permission to display the portrait in my office here. It is left to the individual to decide which photo should be displayed in his or her room. We have not displayed the photos of traitors. The photo is of a person who sacrificed his life for the nation. The next generation should know about Savarkar.”