Mysore/Mysuru: A Satyagraha ‘We the voters, are masters’ under the banner of Mysore Grahakara Parishat (MGP) was held in front of the Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) Office on Sayyaji Rao Road this morning. The protesters, holding placards and utilising democratic means to draw attention, pressed for the immediate establishment of Ward Committees, elimination of footpath…
Official ‘indifference’ in granting time to discuss issues: MGP to hold Satyagraha at MCC Office tomorrow
January 19, 2024Mysore/Mysuru: In a democratic system, it is the duty of Government officials to address public concerns. However, the Mysore Grahakara Parishat (MGP) has expressed dissatisfaction with the insufficient attention given to issues facing Mysuru City by various departmental officials, including the Commissioner of Mysuru City Corporation (MCC). In response to what they perceive as indifference…
MGP meeting delves into making children socially aware, alert
December 18, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: Developing social awareness is integral to a child’s growth into adulthood. As such, social awareness instincts must be instilled in a child from an early age. Involving children in issues like climate change, poverty eradication, consumer movements and other social affairs can have several benefits. These were some of the points discussed at the…
Awareness programme on consumer rights held
December 18, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: An awareness programme on consumer rights was organised by Mysore Grahakara Parishat (MGP) at Ananthageetha Vidyalaya in the city recently. Posters like ‘consumer is the king’, ‘wake up to your rights’ and ‘be a responsible citizen’, were displayed at the event and the messages were explained to the children. School President Venugopal Kalloor said…
MGP plans ‘Naale Habba’ to save encroached canals
December 9, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: Aiming to mobilise public action to preserve the endangered lakes and canals of Mysuru, such as the encroached Dewan Poornaiah Canal, Bogadi Lake Rajakaluve and the constructions above the Lingambudhi Lake Rajakaluve, a phased people’s movement is taking shape in the form of ‘Janagraha Chaluvali’ and ‘Naale (Canal) Habba.’ To formalise these efforts, members…
MGP meeting on Dec. 10
December 5, 2023To discuss innovative ways to celebrate National Consumer Day Mysore/Mysuru: The monthly meeting of Mysore Grahakara Parishat (MGP) will be held at MGP Office, Vivekananda Road, Yadavagiri, Mysuru, on Dec. 10 (Sunday) at 4 pm. “In the past, Consumer Day celebration events were held in a ritualistic manner to discuss Consumer Protection Act and to…
MGP monthly meeting on Nov. 12
November 8, 2023‘How to prevent cyber crimes?’ Mysore/Mysuru: The monthly meeting of Mysore Grahakara Parishat (MGP) will be held on Nov. 12 at 4 pm at MGP Office, Vivekananda Road, Yadavagiri. MGP, which has been receiving complaints from consumers concerning cyber crimes, has organised a meeting on the topic ‘How not to fall for cyber crimes.’ Of…
October meeting of MGP: Civic apathy, footpath encroachment, official neglect key points of debate
October 12, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: In the recently convened October monthly meeting of the Mysore Grahakara Parishat (MGP), individuals from diverse backgrounds came together to address their daily concerns and broader citywide issues. During this meeting, each participant was invited to point out one civic problem they considered of paramount significance. This approach led to a broad spectrum of…
Chamaraja MLA to have advisors on local issues
October 1, 2023K. Harishgowda commits to addressing specific problems, promoting civic engagement Mysore/Mysuru: In a dynamic and candid interaction with members of the Mysore Grahakara Parishat (MGP), Chamaraja MLA K. Harishgowda engaged with concerned citizens on a range of local issues, fostering open dialogue and collaboration recently. The highlight of the meeting was Harishgowda’s announcement that he…
Mysore Grahakara Parishat meeting on healthcare: Senior doctors debate State indifference, eroding values
September 11, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: During the September monthly meeting of the Mysore Grahakara Parishat (MGP) held at Yadavagiri last evening, the spotlight was on the critical issues plaguing healthcare services in Mysuru. Members voiced several grievances experienced by patients, while respected medical professionals including Senior Consultant Surgeon Dr. C.G. Narasimhan, Dr. Chandrashekar of Aditya Hospital, Plastic Surgeon Dr….
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