Annual 3-day fruit and flower expo inaugurated at Kadri Park

Kadri: Dakshina Kannada district in-charge minister U T Khader inaugurated the three-day annual fruit and flower show organised by the Horticulture Department, DK ZP, district administration and Siri Horticulture Association at Kadri Park on Saturday forenoon at 11 am, January 26^th.

Addressing the gathered after inauguration, Mr Khader spoke and informed that plans have been made to set up various projects from Kundapur to Kasaragod with the aim to attract more tourists to the coastal region.

“A feasibility study will also be conducted soon, to take up developmental works in this connection. The state government has also earmarked funds in the next budget for such developmental works,” said Khader.

The chief attraction of the flower show is a boat made out of carnations, chrysanthemums and roses. Demonstration on drip irrigation, bee-keeping, growing mushrooms, arranging cut flowers, hydroponics and other activities is also being conducted during the show. Over 80 stalls are selling flower seeds, organic and horticulture products. Honey and other value-assed products are also on sale here.

The entry fee for an adult is Rs. 20 and Rs. 10 for a child. However, the exhibition provides free entry to the physically challenged, special-needs children, and school children wearing uniform who come in groups accompanied by their teachers.