'Kabini to be developed on the lines of Brindavan Gardens'

Cooperation and District In-charge Minister S T Somashekar on Tuesday said that Kabini dam in H D Kote taluk, Mysuru district, would be developed on the lines of the Brindavan Gardens in Krishnaraja Sagar (KRS) dam, Srirangapatna taluk, at a cost of Rs 48 crore.

Speaking after inaugurating an arch, near Kanchamalli on Mysuru-HD Kote border, he said that though people know about H D Kote taluk, they are not aware about the significance of tourism spots in the taluk. The arch will draw attention towards it, he said.

Besides, the Kabini dam would be developed into a popular tourist spot, on the lines of Brindavan Gardens, KRS, at a cost of Rs 48 crore. It will be announced in the budget, he said.

The minister also assured to take up various development works in the taluk. The government has given approval for the construction of a bridge and upgradation of roads. This would help in the overall development of the district. I am committed for the development of tourism sector in Mysuru district, Somashekar said.

MLA Anil Chikkamadu and officials were present.