Bengaluru: Ramesh K, a former Second in Command of the Central Reserve Police Force(CRPF), now settled in Hubballi after a 36-year stint across the country, had several adventures and life-threatening challenges all along. However, he has successfully braved them in a befitting manner, true to the spirit of a CRPF personnel, and has emerged victorious in a mind-boggling career. Second in Command in the CRPF is equivalent to Superintendent of Police(SP) in the civil police, and that of a Lieutenant Colonel in the Army. Retired twice! It may sound strange, but the startling revelation that he happened to retire twice is no exaggeration but a hardcore fact. The first time he retired was when he turned 57, when the retirement age was 57 years. But, before he could settle down to lead a retired life, saying adieu to the Khaki uniform, he was recalled to join the services. And the reason given was the directions of the New Delhi High Court, which heard several petitions on behalf of the ag...
Mohammed Ayazuddin Patel: A Multifaceted Torchbearer of Art, Heritage, and Numismatics from Kalaburagi
Bengaluru: Mohammed Ayazuddin Patel, a versatile artist, researcher, cultural ambassador, and seasoned numismatist from Gulbarga, Karnataka, has been a towering figure in the domains of visual arts, photography, and heritage conservation for over three decades. As the founder and president of Ayaz Art Gallery, Museum and Research Center, his life’s work has seamlessly bridged art, history, education, and cultural diplomacy, both in India and abroad. Legacy of Ayaz Art Gallery, Museum and Research Center: Established over 30 years ago in the historic city of Gulbarga, the Ayaz Art Gallery, Museum and Research Center has emerged as a dynamic platform promoting art, culture, Deccan heritage, history, and education. Under Patel’s visionary leadership, the gallery not only showcases Deccan monuments through photographs and paintings but also supports senior and emerging artists, researchers, and students through workshops, exhibitions, and heritage awareness programs. Art Gallery, Mus...