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Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Fans angered by sudden demolition of Kannada icon Dr Vishnuvardhan's resting place in Bengaluru: Report
Bengaluru witnessed high emotions on Friday as scores of admirers of Kannada cinema icon Dr Vishnuvardhan assembled outside Abhiman Studio in Kengeri, furious over the sudden demolition of a structure at the spot where the actor was laid to rest in 2009. The incident reignited property disputes, with the Vishnuvardhan Fans Association calling it a betrayal of their ongoing struggle for a permanent memorial in Bengaluru. (HT/Representational image) The overnight action, carried out under police protection and reportedly with the court's approval, has reignited long-standing tensions over the site. The land, once owned by veteran actor Balakrishna's family, has been at the centre of a prolonged property dispute, The New Indian Express reported. Dr Vishnuvardhan, who passed away on December 30, 2009, was cremated within the studio premises. Fans have since campaigned for a permanent memorial to honour him, urging the government to intervene. Repeated pleas to resolve the ownership issue went unanswered, further fueling Friday's anger, the report said. ALSO READ | Traffic curbs, parking bans around Bengaluru's Lalbagh for Independence Day Flower Show The Vishnuvardhan Fans Association accused both the state government and the Kannada Film Chamber of Commerce of neglect, calling the demolition a betrayal of their 11-year struggle. Association president Veerakaputra Srinivasa voiced his disappointment on social media, lamenting that legal rulings had left fans powerless, as only the family or the government could take decisions regarding the site, as per the report. He also alleged that those claiming rights to Balakrishna's estate were planning to construct a shopping mall on the land. ALSO READ | Traffic curbs announced ahead of PM Modi's visit to Bengaluru for Namma Metro Yellow Line launch: Report Filmmaker Ravi Srivathsa shared a video from the site, calling the spot sacred and condemning its destruction. Several protestors were detained by Kengeri police to prevent escalation. The late actor's wife, Bharathi Vishnuvardhan, and family members have not yet commented. Kannada Film Chamber of Commerce president Narsimhalu said that the demolition followed a court order and emphasised the need to respect the judgment, adding that discussions will soon be held with both the fans' association and Bharathi Vishnuvardhan, the report added.
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Hindustan Times
Traffic curbs, parking bans around Bengaluru's Lalbagh for Independence Day Flower Show
The Bengaluru Traffic Police have announced extensive traffic and parking restrictions in and around the Lalbagh Botanical Garden till August 18 to manage large crowds that are expected for the Independence Day Flower Show. Bengaluru Traffic Police have issued an advisory urging commuters to use public transport to prevent congestion.(X) ALSO READ | Traffic curbs announced ahead of PM Modi's visit to Bengaluru for Namma Metro Yellow Line launch: Report Organised by the Department of Horticulture, the 12-day event is expected to draw between 8 and 10 lakh visitors, including schoolchildren, dignitaries, foreign tourists, and city residents. Authorities have urged visitors to use public transport such as the Metro, BMTC buses, or cabs to avoid congestion. ALSO READ | 'I lost 2019 Lok Sabha election because…': Mallikarjun Kharge's big charge as he targets PM Modi Designated parking areas Dr Marigowda Road – Al-Ameen College premises (two-wheelers only) KH Road – Shantinagar BMTC multi-storey parking (two- and four-wheelers) Dr Marigowda Road – Hopcoms parking lot (two- and four-wheelers) JC Road – Corporation parking lot (two- and four-wheelers) No-parking zones Parking will be banned on the following stretches during the event: Dr Marigowda Road: Lalbagh Main Gate to NIMHANS (both sides) KH Road: KH Circle to Shantinagar Junction (both sides) Lalbagh Road: Subbaiah Circle to Lalbagh Main Gate (both sides) Siddaiah Road: Urvashi Theatre Junction to Wilson Garden 12th Cross (both sides) BTS Road: BMTC Junction towards the post office Krumbigal Road (both sides) Lalbagh West Gate to RV Teachers College RV Teachers College to Ashoka Pillar Ashoka Pillar to Siddapura Junction ALSO READ | Seven-year-old tigress found dead in Bhadra Tiger Reserve; territorial fight suspected: Report Alternative routes – From Dairy Circle: Take a right at 10th Cross Junction - 8th Main Road - Wilson Garden Main Road - KH Road - Market/Majestic. – From Urvashi Junction on Lalbagh Road: Turn left - H Siddaiah Road - Wilson Garden Main Road - Dairy Circle. – From KH Road: Turn left at BMTC Junction - BTS Road - Bannerghatta Road.
New Indian Express
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
A floral tribute to Kittur's valour in Lalbagh this I-Day
BENGALURU: Colourful and rare varieties of hydrangeas, calla lilies, and chrysanthemums will be among the 36.5 lakh flowers on display at this year's Independence Day Flower Show at Lalbagh. The 12-day show, running from August 7 to 18, will be themed around the Kittur princely state, celebrating the legacy of Kittur Rani Chennamma and Krantiveera Sangolli Rayanna. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah will inaugurate the event. This year, the main attraction inside the Glass House will be a massive floral fort of Kittur, crafted using roses and chrysanthemums. Alongside, it will have installations of Rani Chennamma on horseback and Rayanna in battle stance. The Veera Rani Kittur Chennammaji Samadhi Sthala, her final resting place in Kittur, will also be recreated using flowers. 'As part of the storytelling, 60 large display boards will be set up around the Glass House, sharing the history of Kittur, its rulers, and its eventual fall,' Joint Director of Horticulture (Parks and Gardens) M Jagadeesh said. A portion of the fort will also be recreated as a vertical garden, in front of which models of Lavani dancers, representing the folk art of North Karnataka, will be placed. On the other side of the Glass House, a dramatic scene depicting Rayanna's execution by the British will be displayed, Jagadeesh added. Entry tickets are priced at Rs 80 for adults on weekdays and Rs 100 on weekends. Students above 12 years can enter for Rs 30, while school students in uniform will be allowed free entry on all working days.
