BJP MLA accuses Congress of 'hindering' Karnataka's Udupi tourism development
1 month, 1 week ago

BJP MLA accuses Congress of 'hindering' Karnataka's Udupi tourism development

Hindustan Times  

Karkala BJP MLA V Sunil Kumar on Wednesday criticised the local Congress leadership and the state government for "obstructing" the progress of Karkala’s tourism project over the past year. Speaking to reporters, Kumar, former Minister for Kannada and Culture, emphasised the importance of the Parashurama Theme Park, a project with administrative approval and funding of ₹11.05 crore aimed at "boosting local tourism" in Karkala. Kumar accused Karkala Congress leaders and the state government of "blocking the initiative due to political motives", pointing out that ₹4.33 crore of the allocated funds remains unreleased. He expressed concerns over the release of the remaining funds, given the state’s current financial situation, which he argued is "stalling Karkala’s tourism development".

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The Hindu  

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The Hindu  

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The Hindu  

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