Daijiworld Media Network - Madikeri (MS)
Madikeri, Nov 8: Kodagu district Tipu Jayanti Virodhi Horata Samiti has called for Kodagu bandh on Friday November 10, in protest against the decision of the state government to celebrate Tipu Jayanti.
In his statement, Abhimanyu Kumar, president of the association, said that the Samiti will oppose the celebration of Tipu Jayanti vehemently. The Samiti has decided to celebrate Martyr Kuttappa Day on November 10 in all the three taluks of Madikeri, Virajpet and Somwarpet.
He also said, "The state government has created a fearful situation in the district due to its decision to celebrate Tipu Jayanti. We are going to have Kodagu bandh from 6 am to 6 pm on November 10. We request all the schools and colleges to be closed on that day. Auto rickshaws and private buses are also requested to stay off the road and support our protest. Even shopkeepers and estate owners should support us by stalling work on that day.
"District administration will be solely responsible for all the consequences that might occur due to the celebration of Tipu Jayanti," he warned