1,793-crore development push for Mandya; irrigation gets priority
Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar unveiled a ₹1,793 crore development plan for Karnataka’s Mandya district, emphasizing irrigation improvements. The scheme includes a new 100‑bed Jayadeva hospital and allocates ₹1,030 crore specifically for canal and lake projects to boost water management and agricultural productivity. The initiative also targets road upgrades, renewable energy installations, and skill‑training centers to support local livelihoods.