Pandavapura: Union Minister for Steel and Heavy Industries H.D. Kumaraswamy has assured that efforts are underway to establish an ARI in Mandya district, describing it as a long-cherished dream.

Speaking to reporters at T.S. Chatra in Pandavapura taluk, Kumaraswamy said, All technical work from my ministry has been completed. Now, the district administration must inform how far the state government has progressed on this project.

He explained that a team of officials has already conducted a site inspection and the report will soon be submitted to the government. Handmade Silk Thread Metal Bangles Set Zircon Stones Bridal Chuda/Wedding Chuda for Women & Girls (Set of 28)

After that, the proposal will need approval in the state cabinet.Kumaraswamy promised that ₹750 crore will be released in the first phase for setting up the institute.

He added that once the ARI is established, it is expected to generate employment opportunities for 25,000 people in the district."Govts Are Drowned in By-Election Politics": Vatal Nagaraj Protests Auto Gas Crisis in Ramanagara

Regarding the long-pending Pandavapura Bypass Road, he said he has discussed the issue with Union Minister Nitin Gadkari. There are some technical hurdles causing delay.

Former MLA C.S. Puttaraju is in touch with me. We will discuss the matter with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and resolve it soon, he assured. Kumaraswamy recalled that the village of T.S. Chatra has produced three judges. Easter Escalation: Russia Rejects Truce with Massive Daytime Salvo; 14 Dead as Over 500 Drones Target Kyiv and Sumy

He also appreciated former MLA C.S. Puttaraju for getting funds sanctioned for a government high school during his tenure. He announced that the remaining ₹2 crore required to complete the new school building will be provided.

The Union Minister declared that he will hold a Disha Committee meeting in Mandya on April 6.During his visit to Pandavapura, Kumaraswamy was warmly welcomed by fans and party workers. Relief for the Common Man: Pakistan Cuts Petroleum Levy to Counter Record Hikes as Global Crude Hits $150 Per Barrel."

At Jakkana Halli Circle, he was felicitated with a huge garland using a crane. He also offered prayeVenkataramanaswamy and Ganapati temples in T.S. Chatra.

Later, he laid the foundation stone for a new school building at the Government Higher Primary School, constructed at a cost of ₹35 lakh under CSR funds.Tragedy Strikes Dry Bihar Again: 5 Dead, SHO Suspended, and SIT Formed Following Spurious Liquor Consumption in East Champaran