Inaugurated the Free Plastic Surgery Camp at BGS Auditorium, Nagamangala, Mandya district, in the divine presence of Paramapoojya Jagadguru Sri Sri Sri Dr. Nirmalanandanatha Mahaswamiji. Sri Adichunchanagiri Mahasamsthana Math has a long tradition of service to humanity. The late Jagadguru Sri Sri Sri Dr. Balagangadharanatha Mahaswamiji built educational institutions and hospitals that brought quality education and healthcare across Karnataka. Sri Sri Sri Dr. Nirmalanandanatha Mahaswamiji is carrying this legacy forward, and this camp is one more example of it. A medical team from Rotaplast International, USA, is performing free cleft lip surgeries at Adichunchanagiri Hospital. For a child born with a cleft lip, this one surgery restores the smile, confidence and future. My thanks to Rotaplast and the visiting doctors. Our department will continue to work with such partners so that no child misses this care. Minister Shri K.M. Shivalinge Gowda, RGUHS Vice-Chancellor Dr. B.C. Bhagavan, Rotaplast Executive Director Rtn. Daniel DeSanto and other dignitaries were present.

Attended IMA MEDICON 2026, the 92nd IMA Karnataka State Annual Medical Conference, in Shivamogga and joined the medical fraternity in celebrating its invaluable service to society. Doctors do more than treat illnesses. They restore hope, ease suffering and stand beside patients and families during their most difficult moments. Their dedication and expertise are vital to a healthier society. As I emphasised, a stronger healthcare system can be built only through mutual trust and close collaboration between the government and the medical fraternity. Doctors must be heard, their concerns addressed, and their expertise recognised in shaping policies and improving healthcare services. My heartfelt appreciation to the Indian Medical Association, doctors and medical students for their commitment to the service of humanity.

Every pilgrim from Karnataka will be brought home safely that is our commitment. Around 600 Umrah pilgrims from our State remain in Saudi Arabia as flight services stay suspended. The Government of Karnataka is in constant touch with the Government of India, the Indian Embassy in Riyadh and the Consulate General in Jeddah to secure their early return. Families who need information or help may call the helplines given in the poster. Pilgrims are requested to stay connected with their airlines and tour operators and follow official advisories. Karnataka stands with you. Karnataka State Haj Committee: 94835 03132 | 78997 07775
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ವಿಶ್ವ ಪೋಲಿಯೋ ದಿನ ಐದು ವರ್ಷದೊಳಗಿನ ಪ್ರತಿಯೊಂದು ಮಗುವಿಗೂ ತಪ್ಪದೇ ಎರಡು ಹನಿ ಪೋಲಿಯೋ ಲಸಿಕೆ ಹಾಕಿಸಿ. ನಿಮ್ಮ ಹತ್ತಿರದ ಸರ್ಕಾರಿ ಆಸ್ಪತ್ರೆ, ಪ್ರಾಥಮಿಕ ಆರೋಗ್ಯ ಕೇಂದ್ರ ಅಥವಾ ಅಂಗನವಾಡಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಲಸಿಕೆ ಉಚಿತವಾಗಿ ಸಿಗುತ್ತದೆ. ಪ್ರತಿ ಹನಿಯೂ ಮುಖ್ಯ. ಪೋಲಿಯೋ ಮುಕ್ತ ಸಮಾಜಕ್ಕಾಗಿ ಎಲ್ಲರೂ ಕೈಜೋಡಿಸೋಣ.

The Government of Karnataka has acted swiftly to assist Umrah pilgrims from our State who are stranded in Makkah and Madina following the suspension of flight services in Saudi Arabia. In view of the prevailing situation in the Middle East, Akasa Air, IndiGo, Flynas and Air India Express have suspended their flights from Jeddah and Riyadh to Bengaluru and other parts of India. Consequently, more than 600 pilgrims from Karnataka who had travelled for Umrah are facing considerable difficulties. Immediately upon learning of the situation, a team comprising the Chairman, Executive Officer and members of the Karnataka State Haj Committee was deputed to Makkah and Madina. The team has personally met the pilgrims and reviewed the conditions on the ground. A meeting was also held with Indian community voluntary organisations in Makkah and Madina. With their cooperation, arrangements have been made to provide the pilgrims with free food, medicines and accommodation. I have written to the Hon'ble Chief Minister requesting that necessary directions be issued to the concerned authorities to arrange special flights for the safe return of our pilgrims. Through the Chief Minister Shri @DKShivakumar , the Union Ministry of Civil Aviation has also been urged to restore flight operations at the earliest. Airlines that take passengers abroad on advance-booked tickets bear the responsibility of ensuring their safe return. The concerned airlines have been formally reminded of this responsibility in writing. Consultations are also underway with legal experts regarding the filing of a Public Interest Litigation in the Hon'ble Supreme Court, through the Haj Committee, against the airlines that have failed to discharge this responsibility. A decision in this regard will be taken shortly. Pilgrims and their families may contact the Karnataka State Haj Committee for information and assistance at: 📞 94835 03132 📞 78997 07775 The safety and well-being of our pilgrims remain our foremost priority. There is no cause for concern. The Government of Karnataka stands firmly with them and their families.

Held a meeting with the Private Hospitals Association at Arogya Soudha today to address rising medical expenses and strengthen patient protection. Public interest and patient welfare remain our top priorities. No patient or family should face financial exploitation during a medical emergency. Following discussion took place 🔹 Dignity of patients: No hospital should withhold a patient's body over unpaid bills. A clear policy will be formulated to address this issue from our @DHFWKA 🔹 Affordable life-saving medicines: Measures to reduce the cost of essential medicines for cancer, cardiac and kidney care and curb unauthorised MRP hikes were discussed. Further we will have a meeting with pharmaceutical manufacturers and distributors soon. 🔹 Fair insurance practices: A separate meeting with insurance companies will be convened to address excessive billing for insured patients and simplify the claims process. 🔹 Resolving regulatory issues: Representations from private hospitals concerning the Fire Department, Karnataka State Pollution Control Board and KPME Act were received. Appropriate steps will be taken to address these concerns. Further decisions on excessive billing by private hospitals will be taken after consultations with Health departmental officials. The Government is committed to establishing a transparent and accountable system that safeguards patients’ interests, prevents exploitation and ensures that the public is not misled or unfairly charged Our commitment is clear to ensure a transparent and accountable healthcare system that protects patients, prevents exploitation and makes quality healthcare more affordable and accessible to all.

Held a progress review meeting today with State Organ Transplant Advisory Committee today. We have decided to form an Organ Transplant Visionary Committee under Dr. Nagesh, Director, Institute of Gastroenterology Sciences & Organ Transplant (IGOT). It will recommend measures to raise public awareness and increase deceased donor organ transplants, focusing on: 1. Brain death certification and organ retrieval in all district hospitals and Govt medical colleges. 2. More transplant facilities in Govt hospitals. 3. Early launch of the new organ allocation and tracking software 4. Renewal of lapsed transplant centre registrations. 5. 6,291 patients are waiting for an organ. One donor can save many lives. Pledge today: jeevasarthakathe.karnataka.g…

Launched “Aalisu Kanda” (Listen, Little One), the cochlear implant programme under Karnataka’s Hearing Impairment-Free Karnataka Campaign, at Arogya Soudha, Bengaluru. Every child deserves the opportunity to hear, speak, learn and thrive. Our Government provides free cochlear implant surgery for eligible children, ₹50,000 for six months of auditory-verbal and speech therapy and ₹500 per week to parents attending therapy with their children. Early identification, timely implantation and consistent rehabilitation are crucial to helping children develop communication skills and access mainstream education. Our @DHFWKA will establish a digital registry to ensure continuity of care and track each child’s rehabilitation journey. Aalisu Kanda is more than a programme it is a commitment to equal opportunities and a brighter future for every child. Together, let us build a Hearing Impairment Free Karnataka.

A warm welcome to the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Telangana, Shri @revanth_anumula , and Smt. Geetha Reddy on their arrival at Mysuru Airport today for the grand Mysuru Dasara celebrations. Our Nada Habba is more than a festival , it is a magnificent celebration of over centuries of royal heritage, timeless traditions and Karnataka’s vibrant cultural identity. As Mysuru shines in all its splendour, it welcomes the world to experience the pride, grandeur and spirit of our land.

Jashne Dasara – Urdu Mushaira 2026 was inaugurated by Hon'ble Chief Minister of Karnataka Shri @DKShivakumar at the Karnataka Exhibition Grounds, Mysuru, as part of the Naadahabba Mysuru Dasara Mahotsava. The event celebrated the rich literary heritage of Urdu poetry and reflected the spirit of cultural harmony, unity and diversity that defines Karnataka's vibrant traditions. Participated in the event along with Hon'ble Ministers Dr. Yathindra Siddaramaiah, Shri N. Chaluvarayaswamy and Shri Rizwan Arshad, Rajya Sabha MP Shri Imran Pratapgarhi, MLAs Shri Tanveer Sait, Shri Harish Gowda and Shri Darshan Dhruvanarayan and other dignitaries.

ವಿಶ್ವವಿಖ್ಯಾತ ಮೈಸೂರು ದಸರಾ ಮಹೋತ್ಸವದ ಅಂಗವಾಗಿ ಸಾತಗಳ್ಳಿಯ ವಿ.ಟಿ.ಯು ಕಾಲೇಜು ಬಳಿ ಆಯೋಜಿಸಿರುವ ಕಂಬಳ ಸ್ಪರ್ಧೆಯನ್ನು ಮಾನ್ಯ ಮುಖ್ಯಮಂತ್ರಿಗಳಾದ ಶ್ರೀ @DKShivakumar ಅವರು ಇಂದು ಸಂಜೆ ಉದ್ಘಾಟಿಸಿದರು. ಅವರೊಂದಿಗೆ ಕಂಬಳದ ರೋಚಕ ಓಟವನ್ನು ವೀಕ್ಷಿಸಿದೆ. ಕರಾವಳಿಯ ಮಣ್ಣಿನಲ್ಲಿ ಹುಟ್ಟಿ ಬೆಳೆದ ನಮ್ಮ ಹೆಮ್ಮೆಯ ಜನಪದ ಕ್ರೀಡೆ ಕಂಬಳ, ಈ ಬಾರಿ ಮೈಸೂರಿನ ನೆಲದಲ್ಲಿ ಮಿಂಚಿದ್ದು ನಿಜಕ್ಕೂ ಖುಷಿಯ ವಿಷಯ. ಕೋಣಗಳ ಓಟದ ಪ್ರತಿ ಕ್ಷಣವೂ ನೆರೆದಿದ್ದ ಜನರಲ್ಲಿ ಹೊಸ ಹುರುಪು ತುಂಬಿತು. ಕರಾವಳಿಯಿಂದ ಮೈಸೂರಿನವರೆಗೆ, ನಾಡಿನ ಎಲ್ಲಾ ಭಾಗಗಳ ಕಲೆ, ಸಂಸ್ಕೃತಿ ಮತ್ತು ಕ್ರೀಡೆಗಳನ್ನು ಒಂದೇ ವೇದಿಕೆಗೆ ತರುವುದೇ ನಮ್ಮ ದಸರಾದ ವಿಶೇಷತೆ. ಈ ಸಂದರ್ಭದಲ್ಲಿ ಮೈಸೂರು ಜಿಲ್ಲಾ ಉಸ್ತುವಾರಿ ಸಚಿವರಾದ ಡಾ. ಯತೀಂದ್ರ ಸಿದ್ದರಾಮಯ್ಯ, ಚಾಮರಾಜನಗರ ಜಿಲ್ಲಾ ಉಸ್ತುವಾರಿ ಸಚಿವರಾದ ಶ್ರೀ ಸಿ. ಪುಟ್ಟರಂಗಶೆಟ್ಟಿ, ಹುಣಸೂರು ಶಾಸಕರಾದ ಶ್ರೀ ಜಿ.ಡಿ. ಹರೀಶ್ ಗೌಡ, ನಂಜನಗೂಡು ಶಾಸಕರಾದ ಶ್ರೀ ದರ್ಶನ್ ಧ್ರುವನಾರಾಯಣ್, ಪುತ್ತೂರು ಶಾಸಕರು ಹಾಗೂ ದಸರಾ ಕಂಬಳದ ರೂವಾರಿ ಶ್ರೀ ಅಶೋಕ್ ಕುಮಾರ್ ರೈ, ವಿಧಾನ ಪರಿಷತ್ ಸದಸ್ಯರಾದ ಶ್ರೀ ಕೆ. ಶಿವಕುಮಾರ್, ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ರಾಜ್ಯ ಕಂಬಳ ಅಸೋಸಿಯೇಷನ್ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಷರಾದ ಡಾ. ದೇವಿ ಪ್ರಸಾದ್ ಶೆಟ್ಟಿ, ಮೈಸೂರು ದಸರಾ ಕಂಬಳ ಉಪಸಮಿತಿ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಷರಾದ ಶ್ರೀ ರವಿರಾಜ್ ಸೇರಿದಂತೆ ಹಲವು ಗಣ್ಯರು ಉಪಸ್ಥಿತರಿದ್ದರು. ಈ ಐತಿಹಾಸಿಕ ಕಂಬಳವನ್ನು ಮೈಸೂರಿಗೆ ತರಲು ಹಗಲಿರುಳು ಶ್ರಮಿಸಿದ ಶ್ರೀ ಅಶೋಕ್ ಕುಮಾರ್ ರೈ, ಡಾ. ದೇವಿ ಪ್ರಸಾದ್ ಶೆಟ್ಟಿ, ಮೈಸೂರು ದಸರಾ ಕಂಬಳ ಉಪಸಮಿತಿ, ಎಲ್ಲಾ ಕಂಬಳ ಸಮಿತಿಗಳು, ಕೋಣಗಳ ಮಾಲೀಕರು, ಓಟಗಾರರು ಹಾಗೂ ಜಿಲ್ಲಾಡಳಿತಕ್ಕೆ ಮನಃಪೂರ್ವಕ ಧನ್ಯವಾದಗಳು.