Mangalore: BJP Leader Monappa Bhandary who was nominated to the State Legislative Council recently was felicitated on behalf of the Mangalore Bar Association on August 4, Saturday.

Speaking on the occasion, Bar Association President Chengappa hoped the new MLC would draw the attention of the House towards the problems faced by budding advocates who he said were not provided stipend.

Responding to the felicitation, Bhandary called upon advocates to unitedly  fight for the fulfillment of several of their demands. He also assured to fight for their cause.

Mangalore Bar Association secretary Ganesh Shenoy and several advocates were present on the occasion.