Preparations in full swing for Panchalinga Darshana

Mysore, Sep 30 (UNI) Preparations are in full swing for Panchalinga Darshana, held once in 12 years, in Talakadu in the District from November 20, Karnataka Minister for Public Works H D Revanna said today.

Talking to newsmen here, he said that the government has decided to conduct the event in a grand manner on the lines of Mahamastakabhisheka held to monolithic Gomateshwara statute in Sharavanabelogola.

He said that the government has sanctioned Rs 36 crores for the purpose. All approach roads to Talakadu would be developed.

Karnataka Power Corporation Limited (KPCL) would be spending Rs three crore for improvement of electricity in and around Talakadu.

Mr Revanna said that renovation of 13 temples in Talakadu has already been undertaken. Works in eight temples are already nearing completion.

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