Dinesh Gundu Rao Pushes for Early Execution of Rangamandira Project in Mangaluru
Mangaluru, Feb 5, 2025: The long-awaited Rangamandira (theatre auditorium) construction project in Mangaluru is set to move forward, with District In-charge Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao directing officials to initiate the process.
Chairing a meeting with senior officials at Bantwal Inspection Bungalow on Wednesday, the minister stated that a proposal seeking administrative approval for the ₹9.95 crore project has already been submitted to the state government. He further mentioned that he had discussed the matter with Kannada and Culture Minister Shivaraj Tangadagi, and approval is expected soon.
Following government approval, the Mangaluru City Corporation will proceed with the tendering process for construction. Minister Gundu Rao emphasized the need for a well-equipped theatre without any shortcomings, ensuring a design that supports artistic and cultural activities with advanced infrastructure and technology.
He instructed officials to utilize the available ₹9.95 crore funds for the core construction. Additional funds required for interior design, sound and lighting systems, and finishing works will be sought from the Kannada and Culture Department, Mangaluru City Corporation, and Mangaluru Urban Development Authority.
The minister also directed officials to include access roads and other necessary infrastructure in the project, considering the suitability of the Bondel area for the Rangamandira.
Deputy Commissioner Mullai Muhilan M.P. briefed the minister on the project’s details.
The meeting was attended by Mangaluru City Corporation Commissioner Ravichandra Nayak, Zilla Panchayat Deputy Secretary Jayalakshmi, Kannada and Culture Department Assistant Director Rajesh G., District Information Officer B.A. Khader Shah, and other senior officials.
