Madikeri : MP Prathap Sihma lamented that youth are not showing interest in research activities.
Speaking at the release of biocapsules – ‘powercap’ and ‘trichocap’ at ICAR-Indian Institute of Spices Research Regional Station, Appangala, on Monday, he said in India, emphasis is given for Information Technology while in China, emphasis is on research. As a result, students from China are engaged in research activities across the globe. The increase in research in agriculture, horticulture, fisheries, sericulture will help in the development of the sector.
The MP said that though Arabica coffee is affected with white-borer disease, no solution has been worked out so far. The research institutions should guide the farmers on cultivation of crops that are suitable to a particular region.
Speaking on the sidelines of the programme, the MP said building a memorial at Devatiparambu will not affect anyone.
“There should not be any rift between communities in the name of memorial. Tipu Sulthan had attacked Kodagu district 32 times. Whenever he was attacked, the people in Kodagu sent him back. Devatiparambu is not a cock and bull story. There are historical evidences to prove that Tipu had taken grudge against the people of Kodagu at Devatiparamabu.”
He said, “As the president of Yuva Morcha, I will tour across the state to organise youth.”
ICAR-Indian Institute of Spices Research Regional Station, Appangala Head Dr S G Anke Gowda said that the biocapsules are useful to check fruit rot disease affecting black pepper and ginger.
Yuva Morcha state unit president Prathap Simha said that he does not see any confusion in the BJP.
Speaking to mediapersons here on Monday, he said, “The differences of opinion is common in a political party. However, one need not project it as a major confusion. The Assembly election in 2018 will be faced under the leadership of B S Yeddyurappa. We all want Yeddyurappa to become the Chief Minister.”