Glory of Ganga dynasty to bloom at Lalbagh’s I-Day flower show from August 6
The glory of the Ganga dynasty, showcased through floral displays, will be the main attraction at the Independence Day flower show at Lalbagh, which will
The glory of the Ganga dynasty, showcased through floral displays, will be the main attraction at the Independence Day flower show at Lalbagh, which will be inaugurated on August 6 at 11 a.m. Horticulture Department officials said ₹2.75 crore has been spent on the show, which is expected to attract lakhs of visitors over 12 days. Addressing the media on Tuesday, R. Girish, Secretary, Horticulture Department, said, “The exhibition will be held for 12 days, from August 6 to 17. Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar will inaugurate the exhibition at 11 a.m. on August 6.
The public can view the exhibition from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.” “The powerful Gajasena of the Ganga kings, war scenes, the Bahubali statue of Shravanabelagola and the temples of Talakad are being recreated using flowers. In addition, innovative floral artworks highlighting the Ganga empire’s contributions to Kannada literature, education, irrigation and sculpture will also be on display,” Mr. Girish said. Jagadeesh, Additional Director, Horticulture Department (Parks and Gardens), said, “This time, an artificial waterfall has been created near Lalbagh Lake, and a special selfie point has also been set up for the public.
Along with the floral artworks, these attractions are also expected to draw visitors.” While the entry fee is ₹80 for adults and ₹30 for children on normal days, the fee for adults will be ₹100 on weekends and government holidays. The department said schoolchildren up to class 10 will be given free entry if they visit in uniform and produce their school identity cards. Book parking slots online Officials said that, in view of the large crowds expected at the flower show, an online vehicle parking booking system has been introduced this year.
Visitors who book parking slots will be issued a ticket, which must be produced at both the entry and exit points. As many as 136 CCTV cameras have been installed in and around Lalbagh. Ambulances have been stationed at all four gates to provide assistance in case of emergencies. Increased police security has also been deployed to manage traffic congestion, and other precautionary measures have been put in place, officials said.
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