Sadhana Samavesha: Development works worth ₹2,578 crore launched in Mysuru
The programme aimed to highlight the Congress government's achievements and send a message to its critics and the Opposition, who had claimed that the government lacked funds for development works, with all its money being spent on the implementation of guarantee schemes.
At the mega event held at the Maharaja College ground in the city, which was attended by Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, and All India Congress Committee president Mallikarjuna Kharge among others, a large number of people were present to witness the launch and unveiling of foundation stones for various projects.
In response to the demand for a spacious bus stand, a foundation stone was laid for a new bus terminal at Bannimantap, to be made at a cost of ₹120 crore. Designed on the model of the Mysuru Palace, the bus stand is expected to ease congestion and bring convenience to commuters.
A Unity Mall, which provides space for the display of special products, including items with GI tag, has been earmarked to be constructed on the premises of the Exhibition Grounds at a cost of ₹192.99 crore. While it is a Central project, the land is being provided by the State government. The work will be implemented by the Karnataka Small Industries Development Corporation Limited.
A foundation stone was also laid for works at the Dasara Exhibition Grounds, which is estimated to cost ₹23.59 crore. The works include the development of a new block, installation of water fountains, improvement of infrastructure on the premises, and construction of a floating dragon boating pond.
Another major project will be undertaken by the Chamundeshwari Electricity Supply Corporation Limited, involving the laying ofunderground power cables in the city at a cost of ₹408.95 crore.
White-topping of key roads in Mysuru will also be taken up at a cost of ₹393.85 crore by the Public Works Department. Further, hostels for students belonging to the Scheduled Caste community are coming up in Krishnaraja, Chamaraja, Narasimharaja, Chamundeshwari, and Nanjangud constituencies at a cost of ₹502.41 crore. These works, too, are being implemented by the Public Works Department (PWD).
Four projects under the Swachh Bharat Mission-2, one project for implementing civic works, and two other projects related to water distribution and underground drainage (UGD) were also launched. These are estimated to cost around ₹380.84 crore and are being implemented by the Mysuru City Corporation.
The Department of Water Resources has taken up works estimated to cost around ₹419.86 crore, with a majority of those to be implemented in Periyapatna, K.R. Nagar, H.D. Kote, and Nanjangud taluks.
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