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New Indian Express
7 days ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Minister Mahadevappa sparks row, says Tipu Sultan laid KRS dam foundation
MANDYA; Karnataka Social Welfare and Mysuru district in-charge minister HC Mahadevappa sparked a controversy on Sunday, claiming that Tipu Sultan, not Maharaja Nalwadi Krishnaraja Wadiyar, who first laid the foundation for the Krishna Raja Sagar (KRS) dam. His remarks came on August 3, the death anniversary of Wadiyar — who is widely credited for his visionary contributions to Mysuru's development, including the construction of KRS dam. After laying the foundation stone for the Dr BR Ambedkar Bhavan in Srirangapatna, Mahadevappa said, 'Tipu Sultan laid the foundation stone, but no one dares to acknowledge this. There is clear evidence of this on the main gate of KRS dam.' He said, 'Those who don't understand history cannot create history. Tipu was a secular ruler. There's a mosque and a temple next to each other. Allahu Akbar is heard in the mosque, and temple bells ring at the same time. Tipu listened to both with calmness and acceptance.' Praising contributions of the ruler, Mahadevappa said said he abolished the exploitative Devadasi system, resisted giving land to the rich, made Gubbi and Harihara commercial centres and introduced sericulture to India. 'Tipu was a great freedom fighter who fought the British. The palace of Mysuru kingdom was located in Srirangapatna,' he said.
India Gazette
29-06-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Karnataka Govt will respond to HC notice on Cauvery aarti, says DK Shivakumar
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 29 (ANI): Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Sunday said the state government would reply to the notice issued by the High Court on Cauvery aarti near the Krishna Raja Sagar (KRS) dam. Speaking to reporters at his Sadashivanagar residence, he said, 'No one objects to offering pooja. Certain sections have some concerns, and the government will address them. No one is seeking permission to offer pooja, it is a practice that has been going on every day.' He was replying to a reporter who had drawn his attention to the High Court notice to the government regarding the Cauvery aarti. Asked about Opposition Leader R Asok's statement that there would be a change of guard in the state in August, he said, 'When did Ashok become an astrologer? If he has become one, do get me an appointment as I would like to consult him.' Asked if AICC General Secretary Surjewala would meet MLAs individually during his visit to Bengaluru, he said, 'Yes, he will meet MLAs personally. He has already informed them about it. I will also send out messages to the MLAs regarding this.' On May 24, addressing a press conference, Shivakumar stated that decisions to organise the Cauvery Aarti on a grand scale have allocated funds to support the initiative. The Cauvery Aarti to be conducted every week on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, with participation from religious mutts across the state. Artists have been approached to compose a unity-themed devotional song for the occasion, and Shivakumar confirmed he has written to renowned music composers for their collaboration. On Cauvery aarti during Dasara, Shivakumar said, 'The state government is preparing to do the Cauvery aarti programme along with the Dasara this time. Cauvery aarti will include programmes to represent the cultures of Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Kerala. The modalities are being worked out. 'We have formed a committee under the leadership of BWSSB Chief Ram Prasath. The DC of Mandya will also be part of this committee. Various departments such as Muzrai, Kannada and Culture, Irrigation, and Tourism departments will be involved in various aspects of Cauvery aarti,' he added. (ANI)
Time of India
07-05-2025
- Time of India
Brindavan Gardens entry fee hike reversed after public protests
Mandya: The Cauvery Neeravari Nigama , which manages the iconic Brindavan Gardens and the Krishna Raja Sagar (KRS) dam in Mandya , has withdrawn its recently revised entry and service fee structure following widespread public protests, including opposition from farmers. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The hike, which was announced on May 1, 2025, was rolled back on Wednesday. Officials justified the increase by citing rising maintenance costs and a decline in visitor numbers in the aftermath of Covid-19. This was the first revision in six years. Under the revised rates, entry fees for adults doubled from Rs 50 to Rs 100, while the fee for children increased from Rs 20 to Rs 50. Speaking to the TOI, Faruque Ahmed Abbu, assistant executive engineer at Cauvery Neeravari Nigam, said, "Due to protest from people, we have rolled back the hike. Till we get direction from our higher authorities, old rates will continue." KRS entry fees (old rates to continue): Adults: Rs 50 Children: Rs 20 Camera: Rs 50 Two-wheeler: Rs 10 Four wheeler: Rs 50 Bus: Rs 100
