Belekeri
| Belekeri ಬೆಲೇಕೇರಿ | |
|---|---|
| village | |
  Belekeri   Belekeri Location in Karnataka, India | |
| Coordinates: 14°42′00″N 74°16′01″E / 14.7°N 74.267°ECoordinates: 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 | IST (UTC+5:30) |
| ISO 3166 code | IN-KA |
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.The port came to a wide media attention due to the Belekeri port scam.[1][2]
History
Historically, 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
The port is suitable for moderate weathers.If proper improvements are brought about, it can greatly increase its capacity.[4] Government of Karnataka has planned to improve it under Public-Private partnership.[5] Justice Santosh Hegde, the then Lokayukta of Karnataka, is also reported to have expressed his concerns over the illegal activities.[6]
Environmental issues
The export activity caused sufferings to over 3500 people.[7] Fishermen have also expressed concerns over damages to their fishing activities.[8] But, pressures to start the mining and ore-exporting are on the rise in Karnataka.
Beach
Grassy 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.[9] The nearest railway station to Belekeri is the Ankola railway station, which is about 11 km away.
References
- ↑ "CBI chargesheets Karnataka MLA and 17 others in Belekeri ore scam | Latest News & Updates at Daily News & Analysis". dna. Retrieved 2015-11-24.
- ↑ "Belekeri mining case: Trouble for Adani?". Deccan Chronicle. Retrieved 2015-11-24.
- ↑ "Explore Belekeri Beach::HikeEZee". www.hikeezee.com. Retrieved 2015-11-22.
- ↑ "Belekeri | Karnataka Ports". karnatakaports.org. Retrieved 2015-11-22.
- ↑ "5 ports in Karnataka will be developed under PPP mode: Minister of ports - The Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 2015-11-22.
- ↑ "Belekeri port was anchor point for irregularities". Deccan Herald. Retrieved 2015-11-22.
- ↑ "Another side of Belekeri port". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 2015-11-22.
- ↑ "Karnataka bans export of iron ore to check illegal mining". NDTV.com. Retrieved 2015-11-22.
- ↑ "Explore Belekeri Beach::HikeEZee". www.hikeezee.com. Retrieved 2015-11-22.