Belekeri is a village in Ankola, Karnataka, India, and is known for its fish. It is approximately 6 km from Ankola. Its industrial port is used for shipping iron ore and manganese to various destinations, including China.[citation needed] The port came to a wide media attention due to the Belekeri port scam.[1][2] Belekeri port is on bank of Hattikeri River.
Belekeri | |
|---|---|
village | |
  Belekeri Location in Karnataka, India  Belekeri Belekeri (India) | |
| Coordinates: 14°42′00″N 74°16′01″E / 14.7°N 74.267°E | |
| Country |  India |
| State | Karnataka |
| Government | |
| • Body | Gram panchayat |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Kannada |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| ISO 3166 code | IN-KA |
History
editHistorically, the port was used by the British. The village has ancient historical significance as it houses an inscription which is more than 500 years old.[3] It has Jainabeera temple, which is of a great significance to the villagers.
Belekeri Port
editKarnataka plans development of non-major transhipment port with Rs 3,000 crore is likely to be invested in greenfield port at Belekeri.[4]
Belekeri Harbour
editThe fishing harbour is suitable for moderate weathers. If proper improvements are brought about, it can greatly increase its capacity.[5] Government of Karnataka has planned to improve it under Public-Private partnership.[6] Justice Santosh Hegde, the then Lokayukta of Karnataka, is also reported to have expressed his concerns over the illegal activities.[7]
Environmental issues
editThe export activity caused sufferings to over 3500 people.[8] Fishermen have also expressed concerns over damages to their fishing activities.[9] But, pressures to start the mining and ore-exporting are on the rise in Karnataka.
Beach
editGrassy lawns are a common sight. The sunsets are pleasing to the eyes. The place also has hills around. The beach is not far away from other tourist attractions like Gokarna.[3] The nearest railway station to Belekeri is the Ankola railway station, which is about 11 km away.
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ "CBI chargesheets Karnataka MLA and 17 others in Belekeri ore scam | Latest News & Updates at Daily News & Analysis". dna. Retrieved 24 November 2015.
- ^ "Belekeri mining case: Trouble for Adani?". Deccan Chronicle. Retrieved 24 November 2015.
- ^ a b "Explore Belekeri Beach::HikeEZee". www.hikeezee.com. Archived from the original on 22 November 2015. Retrieved 22 November 2015.
- ^ "Karnataka plans development of two non-major ports under PPP - Construction Week India". 3 March 2021.
- ^ "Belekeri | Karnataka Ports". karnatakaports.org. Archived from the original on 22 November 2015. Retrieved 22 November 2015.
- ^ "5 ports in Karnataka will be developed under PPP mode: Minister of ports - The Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 22 November 2015.
- ^ "Belekeri port was anchor point for irregularities". Deccan Herald. Retrieved 22 November 2015.
- ^ "Another side of Belekeri port". The New Indian Express. Archived from the original on 23 November 2015. Retrieved 22 November 2015.
- ^ "Karnataka bans export of iron ore to check illegal mining". NDTV.com. Retrieved 22 November 2015.
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