Bengaluru: Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar made a significant announcement on Monday regarding the status of Ramanagara district. He declared that Ramanagara district would cease to exist, and all its residents would now be considered part of Bengaluru district.
Speaking at the Veerabhadraswamy temple event in Sivanahalli village, Kanakapura taluk, Shivakumar noted that Ramanagara district had been established in the past for personal and political reasons by someone. While he indirectly criticized former Chief Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy, Shivakumar emphasized his intention to rename it as Bengaluru district.
Shivakumar also urged farmers not to sell their land, especially in areas that would soon be integrated into the Bengaluru district, as land values were on the rise. He stressed the importance of not selling land at lower prices, which might lead to future regrets and financial losses.
He encouraged the residents of Kanakapura taluk not to part with their land, highlighting that these villages would eventually become part of Bangalore, where land prices are calculated per square foot. He expressed his commitment to the region’s development and discouraged discussions about making Kanakapura a district headquarters. Instead, he urged people to invest in their properties, educate their children and grandchildren, and leverage the potential for property value appreciation.
Shivakumar also pointed out that more than 300 temples in Kanakapura taluk had already undergone renovation and refurbishment. He stressed the importance of community contributions and suggested that each family should provide financial support to the Veerabhadra temple to ensure its ongoing restoration and maintenance.
The Deputy Chief Minister’s announcement has sparked discussions about the future of Ramanagara district and the potential implications of its reintegration into Bengaluru district, which could lead to economic development and increased opportunities for the region’s residents.
