The work of the ongoing commercial block on the Dasar Exition area. | Photo Credit: Ma Sriram
This year, the Karnataka Exhibition Office (KEA) introduces a number of new functions for the Dasara exhibition, which was supported by an investment of almost 30 Crore.
Chairman Kea and former mayor Ayub Khan said that this is the first main upgrade on this scale on the exhibition plot and is not only focused on the three -month exhibition Dasara. “Our goal is to ensure that there are activities throughout the year,” he added.
He said that the three main projects are currently under the leadership, and this includes a music fountain that is, according to Ayub Khan, the largest of its kind in southern India. It measures about 490 m in length and 90 % of the work was completed, he added. The cost of the fountain only was linked to the 9.5 GBP crore, while landscaping and creating other equipment will cost another CRORE 1.5 GBP.
Kea also captivated the construction of a commercial block for almost 15 GBP Crore and will have features inspired by the temples of the Belur and Halebida. The new commercial block will have 154 stores and will be permanent accessories. In addition, this is to the entertainment zone and food zone that will be set up in the area.
The third project in implementation for the price of 5 ₹ Crore is the Dragon Lake, which includes the creation of a water body on one acre, while the dragon, which will have 85 feet long and 23 feet in height, will be located in the middle of the water unit. At regular intervals it will emit smoke and fire, while there will also be cruises in addition to a fire show, smoke show and laser show, said Mr. Ayub Khan.
While the music fountain and the commercial block will be ready for inauguration 22 September, Dragon Lake is likely to be completed by September 30, he added. ” All three projects – from ensuring approval, releasing funds and calling for tender and implementation – are carried out in less than three months, “said Mr. Ayub Khan.
In addition to business and recreational activities, the Dasara exhibition will be a unique and Indian army this year, Air Force and Navy will be stalls. “We approached them a few months ago and asked to set up and agreed, because it would be a field program for them and will draw a high track,” said the chairman Kea.
Published – September 2025 17:42
