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by On behalf of the North East Residents Welfare Association, Bangalore, at the very outset, I would like to assure every one concerned that people from the North-East are safe in Bangalore. It is just some rumour mongers who are spreading these malacious rumours to disturb peace and amity between people.
Bangalore has always been a safe place for all its residents. There is simply no need to panic. Please turn deaf to all the unwanted gossip and carry on with your work. Students, especially, should be more cautious because they play a greater role in keeping pace as being young, they tend to be carried away by emotions. It is also easier to mislead or intimidate them.
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More about DS Rajashekar
The author is the secretary of Bangalore North East Residents Welfare Association and is past president of the Rotary Club of Bangalore Central. He is also an India Against Corruption activist.
Recent Posts by DS Rajashekar
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On behalf of the North East Residents Welfare Association, Bangalore, at the very outset, I would like to assure every one concerned that people from the North-East are safe
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