The chairperson of the Karnataka Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes Development Corporation, Pallavi, has voiced strong dissatisfaction regarding the persistent lack of electricity supply to houses belonging to the Malekudiya tribal community in the Dakshina Kannada district. The issue, which severely impacts daily life, becomes critically worse during the monsoon season.
Official Displeasure Over Persistent Neglect
During a recent review, Pallavi, the chief of the Karnataka SC/ST Corporation, expressed clear displeasure over the failure to provide basic electrical infrastructure to the Malekudiya households. This neglect underscores a significant gap in delivering essential services to remote tribal communities in the region. The official's statement, made on 08 January 2026, brings renewed attention to a long-standing civic issue.
Monsoon Amplifies Tribal Community's Hardship
The situation for the Malekudiya community deteriorates dramatically with the arrival of the monsoon rains. Pallavi pointed out that members of the Malekudiya community face severe hardship during the monsoon as a key bridge in the area remains submerged under water. This submersion cuts off access and exacerbates the isolation caused by the lack of electricity, creating a dual crisis of connectivity and basic amenity deprivation.
Broader Implications for Tribal Welfare
This incident highlights a critical failure in infrastructure development and welfare schemes aimed at tribal populations. The lack of electricity in Dakshina Kannada's Malekudiya houses is not just an inconvenience but a serious impediment to health, education, and economic activity. The official's public expression of displeasure is a call to action for relevant departments to prioritize and expedite solutions for these vulnerable communities, ensuring their fundamental rights to basic services are upheld.
