CM to inaugurate excavation in Lakkundi today
Gadag: Chief minister Siddaramaiah will inaugurate excavation work at the historic site of Lakkundi, which is eligible and has all attractions to become a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on Tuesday, said district minister HK Patil.
Speaking to reporters here on Monday, Patil said the CM will also visit the Lakkundi Open Archaeological Museum and the Kashi Vishwanath Temple before arriving in Gadag city. "Initiation of excavation at Lakkundi is a significant event. This will facilitate Lakkundi's recognition as a UNESCO World Heritage Site," he said.
"The chief minister has promised necessary funding for the excavation, which will be conducted scientifically without financial hindrances.
The first phase will begin with excavation on the premises of the Kote Veerabhadreshwara Temple. This will commence only after identifying the areas and obtaining approval," he said.
The villagers of Lakkundi voluntarily came forward for the exploration of artefacts, and more than 1,200 relics were found in the first campaign itself. Already, five households in Lakkundi agreed to vacate their homes for the excavation.
If 27 houses in Lakkundi are vacated, five temples will be clearly visible. Discussions were held with house owners regarding their relocation," the minister added.
"Later, he will participate in the centenary celebrations of the Karnataka Kuruba Association and the Karnataka Kuruba Cooperative Credit Society at Sri Swami Vivekananda Bhavan in Gadag, at 12:50pm. Later, at 3:30pm, he will inaugurate the GNTTF Institute on the Gadag Co-operative Industrial Estate premises. At 4:30pm, he will participate in the inauguration of the Gadag-Betageri Trade, Culture, and Exhibition Authority at the District Auditorium and unveil the concept of the 34-acre authority," Patil explained.
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