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Karnataka Cabinet’s First Mangaluru Meeting Focuses on Coastal Development

Karnataka’s Cabinet is holding a meeting in Mangaluru for the first time.

The Cabinet is a group of ministers who help run the state.

Before the meeting, ministers are expected to pray at Kadri Manjunatha Temple.

They will discuss ways to improve the coastal region.

Tourism is one of the main priorities.

Officials also want to develop Mangaluru strongly, similar to Bengaluru.

K. H. Muniyappa said his department will continue improving hostels and residential schools.

He said 874 residential schools are currently operating for students from disadvantaged communities.

Key facts

Meeting location: Mangaluru, Karnataka
Historical significance: It is described as the first Karnataka Cabinet meeting held in Mangaluru.
Main priorities: Coastal development and tourism
Planned visit: Cabinet members are expected to pray at Kadri Manjunatha Temple before the meeting.
Residential schools: 874 residential schools are currently operating, according to K. H. Muniyappa.
Student outcomes: Muniyappa said the schools have a 100 per cent pass percentage, with students obtaining 90 to 95 per cent marks.
Target groups: The Social Welfare Department prioritizes students from Most Backward Classes, Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes.

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