Mysore/Mysuru, Feb. 27 -- MLA Srivatsa's initiative to distribute 50,000 notebooks wins public praise

Krishnaraja BJP MLA T.S. Srivatsa has won public appreciation for discouraging the practice of receiving expensive garlands and bouquets at public functions and instead encouraging the distribution of notebooks and other stationery to Government School students.

Srivatsa, who regularly attends guddali pujas (ground-breaking ceremonies) and other events, was often greeted by supporters and contractors with large garlands and bouquets. Terming the practice wasteful, he urged them to present notebooks and school supplies instead, so that the items could benefit children from economically weaker sections.

Following his appeal, more than 50...