Mysuru is a place which attracts all kinds of travellers throughout the year. From Hindu devotees to history lovers, adventure seekers to nature lovers, Mysuru harbours everything to satisfy the need of its tourists. The popularity of this town is the evidence of its significance amongst travellers. Being the cultural capital of Karnataka, Mysuru is famous for its ancient palaces and incredible art forms displayed on its buildings.
Also famous for its sweet dish, Mysore pak, and brands, such as Mysore Sandal, this heritage city is the heart of South India. It is next to impossible for tourists to roam around South India and not pay a visit to Mysuru. Over a period of time, it has also earned the title of the Cleanest City in India.
Why not plan a trip to Mysuru this season and get lost in the elegant beauty of this heritage city of India?
Mysuru experiences tropical savanna climate and hence, the temperature is admissible throughout the year. However, the summers here are little hot and therefore, it is advisable to avoid visiting Mysuru during the summer season. The best time to visit Mysuru is from September until the end of March, when the climatic conditions are favourable, letting you roam around the city comfortably.
By Air: You can take a direct flight to Mysuru from Chennai.
By Rail: Mysuru is well connected to Chennai and other major towns by rail. You can catch a train from Chennai station to Mysuru. It will take you an approximate time of 8 hours.
By Road: Situated at a distance of about 480 km, Mysuru is easily accessible by road from Chennai and other major cities. You can either take a cab from Chennai to Mysuru or catch a bus directly from Chennai to Mysuru.
However, route 1 is the fastest and the more comfortable one and hence, preferable. If you are looking to reach your destination within minimum time, then you must take route 1.
Once you are on your way to Mysuru, you can explore and take a break at the following places.
Situated on the banks of Vegavathi river, Kanchipuram is popular for its ancient temples depicting the fine art of architecture through its never-seen designs and patterns embellishing the walls of the temples. Undoubtedly, Kanchipuram is also famous amongst tourists for its Kanchipuram silk, one of its kinds in the country. From centuries-old temples to millennium-old culture, this beautiful city definitely boasts of its reputation as one of the major spiritual centres in South India.
If you are looking to walk through the atmosphere filled with spirituality and devotion, then Kanchipuram is your first stopover en route to Mysuru.
Being one of the most-visited places in Tamil Nadu, Vellore is famous amongst tourists for its ancient history and natural beauty. Apart from alluring devotees and history lovers, it also tends to attract campers and nature lovers.
On one side you can explore the history of the town through its temples and ancient buildings and on the other side, you can savour the perennial beauty of its greenery spread all across Yelagiri Hills. Over a period of time, it has become a complete package for all kinds of travellers on account of its exquisite charm.
How about visiting the Silicon Valley and the Garden City of India while on your way to Mysuru? Well, its nicknames clearly showcase the importance of Bengaluru amongst tourists. From visiting monumental architecture to beautiful gardens dotted all over the city, you can enjoy each and every second of your time in this hi-tech city of India. Home to headquarters of numerous multinational companies and several reputed institutions, Bengaluru has become a significant part of the country over last few years.
Also known as Ambavilas Palace, Mysore Palace is the most popular tourist attractions in Mysuru throughout the year with millions of people visiting this heritage city to catch a glimpse of this glorious palace. It has been an official seat to the king of Mysuru and a royal residence of the Wadiyar dynasty. Today, you can see tourists exploring the invaluable parts of the palace and getting amazed by its incredible beauty.
What can be better than knowing about the rich culture and heritage of the country? Stunning carvings and architectural designs of the palace will certainly leave you awestruck and will make you wonder about the majesty of the palace.
Located at the feet of Chamundi Hills, Lalitha Mahal is the second largest palace and was built in 1921 during the time of Wadiyar dynasty. With its splendid beauty and elegance, this palace also allures tourists in thousands of numbers every month and is an incredible blend of ancient architecture and modern designs. The colourful garden in the vicinity of Lalitha Mahal enhances its charm and glamour. Currently, it is serving as a five-star hotel to VIPs; however, it is open to common citizens too.
Chamundi Hills is known for its surreal atmosphere surrounding the Chamundeshwari Temple, an ancient temple in existence since the time of Mysuru kings. Over a period of time, Chamundi Hills has become a synonym to the beauty of Mysuru. The serene environment amidst the spiritual and cultural nature of the city is the major lead behind the popularity of Chamundi Hills.
Located around 13 km from Mysuru, Chamundi Hills provides its tourists with an everlasting experience of a perfect mix of history and nature. Do not miss a visit to this remarkable place once you have stepped in Mysuru.
How about walking down the lanes of calmness and peace? Brindavan Gardens are popular amongst tourists for its natural appeal and the musical fountain show. You can visit this wonderful garden and experience its colourful and vibrant atmosphere.
Being one of the tallest churches in Asia, St. Philomena's Church attracts tourists in thousands of numbers due to its exotic architecture and construction in Victorian Gothic style. It is also one of the oldest churches in India and is dedicated to the martyr of Roman Catholic Church, Philomena.
Once you are inside the compound of this beautiful church, you can find awe-inspiring paintings from the Christ era. From Christ's birth to his ascension from Earth, St. Philomena's Church houses each and everything related to period of Christ.


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A handful of protestors gathered outside NBC Studios at 30 Rockefeller Center on Wednesday to demand the ouster of top NBC News executives for the network's handling of internal sexual misconduct allegations, among other issues.
The feminist advocacy org UltraViolet organized a demonstration outside of NBC News headquarters to deliver a petition with nearly 20,000 signatures calling for the firing of NBC News president Noah Oppenheim and MSNBC president Phil Griffin. Oppenheim recently signed a new contract with NBC News and is expected to succeed Andy Lack as chairman of the division after the 2020 presidential election.
NBC News has been at the center of controversy for two weeks amid the publication of Ronan Farrow's book "Catch and Kill," which details what he describes as NBC's effort to quash his reporting on sexual assault allegations against disgraced movie mogul Harvey Weinstein. Farrow criticizes NBC News for its handling of internal sexual misconduct and harassment claims, most notably those involving former "Today" anchor Matt Lauer, who was fired in November 2017.
The petition calls for the firing of Oppenheim and Griffin, the waiver of non-disclosure agreements tied to any NBC News-related sexual harassment settlements and for an independent internal audit into the company. UltraViolet even urges NBCUniversal parent company Comcast to cancel the upcoming Democratic primary debate hosted by MSNBC until Comcast and NBC address what UltraViolet asserts is a systemic pattern of abuse.
Around 10 protestors carried signs reading "Survivors demand justice at NBC," and chanted phrases such as "Who do we believe? Survivors. What do we need? Justice."
As the gathering came together around noon ET, NBC News' HR department issued an internal memo detailing the steps the division has taken in an effort to improve workplace culture since the Lauer scandal erupted two years ago. "For example, we've increased the number of women in senior leadership positions at NBC News — now 63% women, a 20% improvement in the last two years," O'Brien wrote. "More than 50% of employees are women and almost every significant senior editorial role is now held by a woman."
When asked why she attended the rally, Alice Dunsker, 72, said that everyone should feel comfortable in the workplace.
"I feel strongly that a workplace should be a stable place for everyone and that NBC should investigate with a non-biased investigatory person and a group to clean house and make sure that everyone at all the TV stations have a free a comfortable place to work. No one should feel compromised or that they have to do something to keep a job," said Dunsker.
Shaunna Thomas, co-founder and executive director of UltraViolet, said she hopes that NBC listens and "takes it seriously" to "protect the people they employ."
"We're seeing more and more people coming out every single day to talk about their experiences inside the company. And so far, [NBC] has done nothing," Thomas said. "They resigned Noah Oppenheim's contract despite these looming allegations about him being involved in a cover-up, they have done exclusively an internal investigation which concluded the opposite of what we've learned in Ronan Farrow's book 'Catch and Kill.' "
One outspoken protestor, Staceyann Chin, 46, made her sign on the ground in front of NBC Studios, which read "NBC! You can't be trusted to report the news if you are suppressing it. Signed, survivors. #Time's Up." When asked what NBC can do to remedy the situation, Chin said she wanted to a sense of "trustworthiness" and an apology.
"An apology for seedy behavior and letting us down and just being untrustworthy. If we need anything now, we need trustworthiness," Chin said. "We need people who can speak and we can trust what they say. From the White House to the news anchors. We need truth tellers, people who can speak truth to power right now so that those of us who are feeling voiceless and overwhelmed and tired," said Chin.
Thomas called NBC executives "cowards" for failing to send a representative down to the street to engage with protestors. The petition was finally delivered to Jim Hall, director of security for the building, who accepted Thomas' flash drive and said he would pass it along to his lawyers who would then get it to the network.
Here is the full memo sent to employees by Joanne O'Brien, senior VP of human resources for NBC News and MSNBC.
Two years ago, NBC News made a solemn commitment to our employees: We would improve our culture in order to eliminate harassment – in all forms – and improve reporting of harassment and accountability if and when it occurs. This was our priority, and we went to work immediately.
Since then, we've made significant progress. We conducted in-person training for all employees on workplace behavior (2,145 employees completed), we've added new training so that managers are better equipped to build trust with their employees (562 managers completed) and we've included in managers' performance reviews an assessment of their success in creating a positive work environment.
In addition, NBCUniversal has established additional confidential reporting outside of NBC News, including a new team to take and investigate concerns, and an independent hotline for NBC News employees staffed by attorneys from Seyfarth Shaw. We've also significantly improved awareness among employees of the multiple ways you can raise concerns. In the recent employee survey, 91% of you agreed that you "know how to raise concerns about workplace behavior," that's an increase of 12% over two years ago.
We also recognize that – alongside these important changes – there are broader components of our culture that deserve focus. For example, we've increased the number of women in senior leadership positions at NBC News – now 63% women, a 20% improvement in the last two years. More than 50% of employees are women and almost every significant senior editorial role is now held by a woman.
We are constantly assessing our progress to ensure we have a workplace where everyone feels respected and comfortable in raising concerns. We have more work to do, but the changes we've made have had a positive impact on culture across the division.
Below is an overview of the changes we have made, as well as – importantly – another reminder of the various ways you can report concerns.
Raising Concerns:
* Access to a new team of experts in managing employee concerns – the NBCUniversal Fair Employment Practices team. The team sits with NBC Universal Legal, independent of the News division, to take and investigate concerns. They have been actively helping employees with concerns for over a year
* Added a new hotline for NBC News employees staffed by outside attorneys from Seyfarth Shaw, the firm that conducts our in-person training
* We have significantly raised awareness of the multiple ways to share concerns and have injected more immediacy and measurable transparency into the process of raising and resolving concerns.
* As we often share, there are many options for employees to raise concerns, including anonymously. Here is a reminder of those options
* Talk to your supervisor or another local leader
* Talk to HR – anyone in NBC News/MSNBC HR or NBCUniversal HR
* Talk to Legal – anyone in News Legal or NBCU Employment Legal, including the Fair Employment Practices Team
* Contact an NBCUniversal Ombudsperson
* Contact the Comcast NBCUniversal Listens Helpline (877-40-LISTENS) or the Comcast NBCUniversal Listens Web Portal (comcastnbcuniversallistens.com)
* Call the Seyfarth Shaw hotline on 888-550-6882
In-person Employee Trainings:
* In 2018, implemented "Respect in the Workplace" in-person training for all employees of NBC News & MSNBC (2,145 employees)
* In 2019, implemented new mandatory on-line "Respect in the Workplace" training
* Developed a new training course for managers focused on building trust and effective leadership. 90% of managers have completed the training to date (562)
Improving People Leadership Skills:
* People leadership has always been important to success at NBC News & MSNBC. We have put even greater emphasis on leadership skills. We've created new customized manager training in addition to existing classes and continue to support managers with 1-1 expert coaching when needed
Stronger Gender Diversity in Leadership Positions at NBC and MSNBC:
* NBC News' senior leadership is now 63% women, a 20% improvement in the last 2 years
* Of all the leadership roles at NBC News & MSNBC, 53% are held by women
* Almost every significant senior editorial role at NBC News is now held by a woman, including at Nightly News, all four hours of TODAY, Dateline, NBC News Specials, NBC News Now, NBC News Digital, TODAY Digital and Peacock Productions. At MSNBC, ten executive producers are women, as is the head of MSNBC Digital
Moving forward, we'll continue to give you opportunities to share feedback and measure our progress. And we will continue to refine and improve our programs as we strive to make sure everyone feels they have a safe and respectful workplace. Nothing is more important.
Joanne O'Brien
SVP Human Resources, NBC News & MSNBC
(Pictured: Shaunna Thomas of UltraViolet speaks during the protest outside NBC headquarters)
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Homeless worry as day shelter closes and…
Homeless worry as day shelter closes and Boulder plans systemic shift
Cliff Grassmick / Staff Photographer
Steve and Kyla wait with other homeless people for Deacon's Closet to open on Thursday. Homeless people wait outside Deacon's Closet to pick up clothing. This clothing bank is part of the First Presbyterian Church in Boulder.
By Alex Burness |
On Friday at the First Presbyterian Church annex on Walnut Street, a group of homeless people lounged as an April snow whirled outside, on what was the third-to-last time daytime sheltering would be offered in Boulder.
Beginning Monday, this service, provided in rotating church locations by the organizations Bridge House and Boulder Outreach for Homeless Overflow — better known around town as BOHO — will end.
BOHO's Residents' Shelter, a year-round nighttime space that accommodates up to 40 people, will also cease operation. Seventeen BOHO staff members, all of whom are formerly homeless, will be out of work.
Also closing Monday is the Bridge House resource center at the Walnut annex, which has long been the primary place for Boulder's homeless to seek out direct access or leads to things like medical care, bus passes, housing vouchers and applications, and birth certificate and social security card reclamation.
This is all a part of a planned systemic change to the way local government and "safety net" non-profits will approach homelessness.
A new vision, centered less on emergency services and more on transitional and permanent housing solutions, promises to bring a series of new programs at new locations with new priorities.
Some services, like those provided by the Boulder Shelter for the Homeless on north Broadway through Bridge House's Ready to Work program, will either remain intact or be expanded.
But as the snow fell Friday and the homeless keeping warm indoors pondered the prospect of no longer having a day shelter at which to get a free lunch or even simply a safe place to stay for a few hours, the focus was on the immediate impact, and morale was low.
"These people are concerned. They're not real happy," said Ron Hempstead, a 53-year-old homeless Boulder native.
"It's the simple things that just make day-to-day existence a little easier when you're homeless. So it does feel like they're pretty much throwing us to the wolves."
Jordan Samuelson, who a few years ago suffered injuries from a car crash that cost him his job and ultimately his housing, said the end of day sheltering in Boulder will "leave a lot of people in a lot of dire."
Just two days earlier, the city had announced plans to up enforcement of its urban camping ban by increasing police patrols and encampment sweeps in some of the areas with the highest concentrations of homeless people.
"A lot of us are worried, especially when you see a day like today," Samuelson said, pointing out toward the snowy street. "This town is becoming so homeless-unfriendly."
Cutbacks precede planning
On May 16, the City Council will discuss the long-awaited recommendations produced through months of meetings by a working group on homelessness, convened by the council in the fall and tasked with evaluating budgetary and programmatic changes Boulder should make as it joins communities around country in shifting toward a "housing first" approach.
"We can't abandon the needs for temporary, short-term solutions," said Isabel McDevitt, executive director of Bridge House. "But we need a continuum that is more focused toward the exits than the entries, and right now, because of our lack of a coordinated system and a lack of a cohesive strategy, we've been way too focused on the emergency system."
One of the central goals expressed by the council and sure to be featured in the yet-to-be-publicized working group recommendations concerns a new kind of intake program.
As officials across Colorado grow increasingly concerned with what's commonly described as an influx of younger homeless people more prone to being transient-by-choice, Boulder plans to begin implementing something like a library card system, wherein clients can be tracked by name and services accessed.
This, theoretically, will allow providers to both better understand and assist people on individual bases, and to identify which homeless people are local and should be prioritized for city services, and which are simply passing through.
"People who need help would go to a location, and everybody who's trying to access services would go through there," explained Karen Rahn, the city's director of Human Services. "It could be that this happens at a couple locations, to make it convenient. But wherever it happens, people will be assessed or screened using common, standard tools and process. Everyone trying to access services will be known to us, and we'll be able to track them through the system, so that people are less likely to fall through the cracks."
Rahn said she's aware many homeless fundamentally distrust police and anyone else trying to "track them," and promised that the new focus is "not interested in names … but in knowing how people are going to get help."
It's not clear exactly where this revamped intake will happen moving forward. The changes starting Monday come 15 days before the council even gets a crack at the working group's recommendations and begins discussions of future budgeting and facilities based on those recommendations.
"The timelines don't match up", said McDevitt, "so we basically have to problem-solve for the summer and then really put emphasis as a community to implementing what's in the workplan."
The plan, at least for the very near term, is as follows:
Case management services, previously offered at the annex resource center, will now be provided at sites of various organizations, like the library and Clinica Family Health.
The nightly dinner put on by Bridge House's Community Table Kitchen will continue, and the lunch schedule dissolved by the closure of day sheltering will be replaced by a sack-lunch program.
The north Boulder shelter will expand its "clean and sober" transitional program to 120 beds, up from 90 last summer and 60 three years ago. In the mornings, breakfast, showers and laundry will all be available there, too, as they have been.
Meanwhile, as a city news release stated, "implementation planning for fall services will take place over the summer with a goal of launching most service changes by Oct. 1."
Without knowing the long-term plan, and staring down a series of service losses starting this week, many of those who access these services or advocate for the homeless are displeased.
"The so-called plan is so much fairy dust, sprinkled across the entirety of Boulder," Darren O'Connor of Boulder Rights Watch wrote in an email to the council, "with the (working group) and the city moving forward wishing homelessness and homeless people, and their very real and dire needs, will all go away."
At least one member of the working group, who requested anonymity, said O'Connor's assessment wasn't far off.
"I was there for all those meetings," they said. "We didn't get (expletive) done."
That member continued, "At the end of the day, we could've all gone and had a coffee and said, 'OK, let's get rid of this and that and try to use the shelter more. We don't know what it's gonna look like, but we'll try to figure it out later.' A one-hour meeting could've accomplished what ten of those did."
Alex Burness: 303-473-1389, burnessa@dailycamera.com or twitter.com/alex_burness
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Adult SLF- Photo credit: Lawrence Barringer, Pennsylvania Sept. of Agriculture
Citizens are urged to be careful not to bring the Spotted Lantern Fly (SLF) home with them as a hitchhiker. People driving out of state or to parts of Ohio with known infestations should inspect and/or wash their vehicles upon return to ensure these insects have not accidentally traveled back with them.
Spotted Lantern Fly (SLF) which is an invasive plant hopper that is native to China was found in Pennsylvania in 2014. In late 2020, SLF was found in southern Ohio in Mingo Junction and in northern Ohio, Cuyahoga County in 2021. It is a major pest of crops including grapes, apples, hops, walnuts and hardwood trees. Nymphs and adults prefer to feed on the invasive tree of heaven (Ailanthus altissima) but can feed on more than 70 plant species, and has the potential to greatly impact the viticulture, tree fruit, nursery, and timber industries.
The insects suck sap from stems and branches which can weaken and damage the plant. The feeding can result in oozing sap, wilting, leaf curling, and dieback. In addition, during feeding the SLF secretes honeydew which can buildup on and underneath the plant, which in turn promotes the growth of black sooty mold.
Black sooty mold around the base of plants or oozing sap may indicate the presence of the spotted lanternfly, however other pests can cause these symptoms as well. Black sooty mold is harmless to people however it causes damage to plants. In counties infested and quarantined for spotted lanternfly, residents report hundreds of these insects that affect their quality of life and ability to enjoy the outdoors during the spring and summer months. Spotted lanternflies will cover trees, swarm in the air, and their honeydew can coat decks and play equipment.
Egg mass- Photo credit: Kenneth R. Law, USDA APHIS PPQ
Immature SLF- Photo credit: Lawrence Barringer, Pennsylvania Sept. of Agriculture
SLF will lay eggs beginning in October through the beginning of winter. The egg masses of the SLF are small, grey masses protected by a waxy covering. After hatching in late spring, the SLF goes through four nymph stages. During the first three they appear black with white spots, and in the last stage, which typically occurs during mid-summer, they are red with white dots and black stripes. During the late summer and autumn, the SLF is in the adult moth stage. These adults are larger (approximately 1 inch), with black bodies and brightly colored wings.
Spotted lanternfly, which likely arrived on imported goods from Asia, is a plant hopper and not a strong flier. It is moved greater distances by people moving infested materials. It lays eggs on almost any surface, including vehicles, trailers, outdoor equipment, patio furniture, etc. Egg masses can be removed by scrapping with a hard or rigid tool and disposed of into a container of rubbing alcohol.
Early detection is critical to prevent economic and ecological losses. The public has played a key role in detecting spotted lanternfly and the success of stopping its spread depends on help from the public to look for and report signs of the pest.
If you suspect a spotted lanternfly infestation, at any life stage, please report the finding to the Ohio Department of Agriculture Plant Pest Control (614-728-6400, plantpest@agri.ohio.gov), your local OSU Extension specialist (https://extension.osu.edu) or by using the Great Lakes Early Detection mobile reporting app (https://apps.bugwood.org/apps/gledn/).
For more questions regarding Warren County Soil and Water Conservation District programs and/or technical assistance on water or soil questions, visit http://warrenswcd.com or call, 513-695-1337.
Ohio's native plants provide many wonderful benefits to pollinators, Ohio's economy, and the health of Ohio's ecosystems. We can see many of these common natives right here in Warren County!
Black Gum Tree
Black Gum Tree (Nyssa sylvatica), otherwise known as black gum, black tupelo or sour gum, is a native for most parts of Ohio. This tree has a wonderful glossy dark green foliage in the summer and turns to a bright orange-red in the autumn. At maturity, this tree has a oval shape and can reach heights of 60' with a width of 25'. The black tupelo strongly prefers moist, well-drained, acidic soils but adapts to average, alkaline soils. This tree need full sun to partial sun to grow well.
Reference: http://forestry.ohiodnr.gov/tupelo
Photo credit: Chris Evans, University of Illinois, Bugwood.org
Sassafras (Sassafras albidum) is an aromatic, native tree found in wooded areas of Ohio. It is part of the Lauraceae family that includes such genera as spicebush (another great native) and avocado. This tree prefers moist, well-drained, soils and can reach a size of 30-50' in height and 25-40' in width. The leaves are uniquely shaped and can range from three lobed, mitten shaped to unlobed.
Reference: https://bygl.osu.edu/node/739
Photo credit: Ansel Oommen, Bugwood.org
White Snakeroot
White snakeroot (Ageratina altissima) is a herbaceous perennial plant that is often considered a weed because of its toxicity to animals and humans. It is part of the sunflower family and is identified by the white disk flowers that appear in late summer and early fall. It has an interesting history as it was known to cause "milk sickness". Milk from cows who had ingested this plant would contain high levels of the toxin tremetol. Numerous early settlers, including Abraham Lincoln's mother, became afflicted and/or died from milk sickness in the Midwest.
https://u.osu.edu/dassler.1/2014/09/14/eupatorium-rugosum/
https://nature.mdc.mo.gov/discover-nature/field-guide/white-snakeroot
Photo credit: David Stephens, Bugwood.org
Canadian Wild Ginger
Canadian wild ginger (Asarum canadense) is a perennial, low growing plant (4-8" high) that blooms in April, May and June and is typically found in shady areas. This is a colony forming (you will typically find more than one in the same location) plant that produces a pair of large, velvety, heart-shaped leaves. A ginger plant produces one flower at the base of the two leaves which can be dark red-brown to green-brown color. This plant is becoming more popular with gardeners as a low maintenance groundcover for shade areas. This plant attracts butterflies and is a larval host to the pipeline swallowtail butterfly.
https://www.wildflower.org/plants/result.php?id_plant=asca
https://hgic.clemson.edu/factsheet/wild-ginger/
Photo credit: Karan A. Rawlins, University of Georgia, Bugwood.org
Cardinal Flower
Lobelia cardinalis or cardinal flower is a native wildflower that grows in marshes, streambanks and low wooded areas. Cardinal flower has extremely showy red blossoms that grow on a spike. This plant is a must if you want to attract butterflies and hummingbirds as the color is irresistible to these creatures! Cardinal flowers can be grown in full sun or very light shade. The plants require moisture for good growth and they can be planted on the edge of a pond or marsh area.
Reference: https://www.fs.fed.us/wildflowers/plant-of-the-week/lobelia_cardinalis.shtml
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Brussels court orders Belgian state to lift all coronavirus measures
The following article was published by the VRT News last March 31, 2021. According to the report, a Brussels Court has deemed all coronavirus measures imposed in the country to be unconstitutional. To quote: "Within thirty days, the government must give the corona measures a solid legal basis, and if it does not, it must pay a penalty of €5,000 per day that the measures remain in effect".
The ruling came after the League for Human Rights went to court because it felt that current coronavirus measures did not have a proper legal basis. At present, the government uses the Civil Safety Act of 2007 to issue Ministerial Decrees which does not require input from the parliament.
In a statement to the press, Kati Verstrepen, chairperson for the League of Human Rights said, "Corona measures are necessary and the government must protect us against the virus, but we have always said that it must be with respect for our fundamental rights and that is not the case at the moment".
The decision came as the Chamber was scheduled to debate the passing of Belgium's pandemic law which will provide the permanent legal basis for imposing these kinds of restrictive measures during a pandemic.
The article below is in German, but can be translated using Deep L Translate.
Editor's Note: Though there are still a number of steps that must be done in order for all coronavirus measures to be lifted in Belgium, this victory will serve as a message for all democratic countries to prioritize human rights. The passing of any law that curtails the freedom of citizens is against most constitutions and should not be taken lightly. If governments truly cared for its people, then they must realize that their ultimate role is not only to ensure the survival of its peoples, it is also to help them live a meaningful and dignified life.
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