Karnataka: Govt Provides Rs 1 Crore Grant For Memorial Of S Bangarappa

An amount of Rs 1 crore has been released by the Karnataka government for constructing a 'memorial park' of the former CM Sarekoppa Bangarappa at Shivamogga district. On the 87th birthday of Bangarappa, Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa inaugurated the park constructed in the town as a tribute. Yediyurappa stated that Bangarappa is still remembered for his extensive efforts to develop the education, health and agriculture sectors.