Yaduveer inspects Unity Mall project at Doddakere

Time of India

21 hours ago

Mysuru: Mysore MP
on Monday visited Dasara Exhibition Grounds at Doddakere, opposite the Mysuru Palace, to inspect the centrally-sponsored Unity Mall project, which is being developed on 6.5 acres.
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He was accompanied by Krishnaraja MLA TS Srivatsa, Karnataka State Industrial Development Corporation (KSIDC) chief engineer Suresh Babu, and executive engineer Hemanth Kumar. During his visit, Wadiyar observed the initial stages of construction.
Yaduveer said that the mall's construction, sanctioned by the Union govt at a cost of Rs 192.99 crore and implemented by KSIDC, is scheduled for completion by the end of 2027.
The project includes a Wrestling Pavilion, Sky Walk, 3D theatre, and other facilities aimed at promoting the wrestling activities for which Mysuru is renowned.
The Centre has also sanctioned the construction of similar malls in Gujarat and Tamil Nadu to boost trade, commerce, hospitality, and tourism. The mall, also known as Unity Mall and inspired by Delhi Haat, will be built in Indo-Saracenic style.
Under the Swadesh Darshan scheme, the Union govt has provided interest-free loans to establish Unity Malls in Karnataka with the primary aim of showcasing local handicrafts from all 31 districts, 28 states, and 8 union territories under one roof.
The mall will also feature dedicated spaces for sandalwood products, silk products of the state, rosewood inlay works, geographical indication (GI) tagged products like Mysuru jasmine, Mysuru betelnut, Najangud rasabale, Mysuru Pak, and other Make In India products, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of the Mysuru region.
The architectural design of the mall will embody India's unity and grandeur, incorporating elements like grand facades, atriums, and landscaping.
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Amenities will include a state-of-the-art food court, parking, and designated areas for recreational and cultural activities. Additionally, there will be conference rooms, galleries, exhibition spaces, and parking facilities as per the project plan. A total of 99 stalls will be available for exhibitions, open to visitors throughout the year.
The three-storeyed Unity Mall will feature a grand entry, ticket counter, food counter, bar and restaurant, mall management office, restrooms, conference room, fire safety systems, prayer hall, kids play area, commercial complexes, and a wrestlers' room on the ground floor.
The first floor will include one country, one product stalls, a Mysuru painting gallery, toilet stores, multi-purpose theatres, and a 3D IMAX theatre.
The second floor will house stalls related to one district, one product, other state govt stalls, and gaming facilities. The third floor will contain additional stalls, with 14 on the ground floor, 23 on the first floor, 43 on the second floor, and 19 on the third floor.