Gopalaswamy inspects the ongoing works of the attic behind the monolithic statue of Bahubali at Vindhyagiri in Shravanabelagola on Saturday.
Gopalaswamy inspects the ongoing works of the attic behind the monolithic statue of Bahubali at Vindhyagiri in Shravanabelagola on Saturday.
MLC M A Gopalaswamy on Saturday said that the works on erecting the attic behind the monolithic statue of Bahubali for the celebration of Mahamastakabhisheka in Shravanabelagola, scheduled to be held from February 7 to 26, 2018, will be completed by January first week.
The MLC was speaking to reporters after inspecting the ongoing works at Vindyagiri here. Gopalaswamy said, the works are progressing at a fast pace and the officials concerned have confirmed that the works on erecting attic will be completed by January first week.
The materials used for attic is anti-rust and the authorities have taken precautionary measures to prevent electric short circuit. 70% of the works have been completed and 6,000 people can watch the Mahamastakabhisheka at a time, he informed.
The MLC obtained details from Mahamastakabhisheka special officer Varaprasad Reddy. PWD Junior Engineer Jeevan was present.