Karnataka: VP Radhakrishnan to visit Siddaganga Mutt on Jan 21

Tumakuru: Vice President C P Radhakrishnan will visit Siddaganga Mutt here on Jan 21 for the event to mark 7th Punya Sansmaranotsava (death anniversary) of Shivakumar Swami.

In a preparatory meeting at mutt premises on Saturday, seer Siddalinga Swami urged the district administration to follow protocol and ensure foolproof security during the VP’s visit.

Speaking to reporters, Union Minister of State for Railways V Somanna said he had obtained details about the protocol to be followed during the VP’s visit and preparations, from the officials.

Tumakuru Rural MLA B Suresh Gowda, city MLA G B Jyothiganesh, deputy commissioner Shubha Kalyan, superintendent of police K V Ashok and others were present.