Stating that he’d take up irrigation projects in the region, he said, “As Jayapura, Ambapura, and Ilvala hoblis are dependent on rain, I’ve decided to take up irrigation projects.” ...

Mysuru: Former minister and Chamundeshwari MLA GT Devegowda on Wednesday directed officials to expedite the completion of the Melapura drinking water .

The project was important for easing drinking water availability in the rural parts of Mysuru. The estimated cost of the project was ₹150 crore and the same would be sought in the Budget, he added.