The birth anniversary of 12th century social reformer Basaveshwara was celebrated on a grand scale in Kalaburagi district on Friday.
Deputy Commissioner B. Fauzia Tarannum, Superintendent of Police Hakay Akshay, Police Commissioner R. Chetan and Zilla Panchayat Chief Executive Officer Bhanwar Singh Meena paid floral tributes to Basaveshwara at Jagat Circle in the city.
The colourful clothes draped around the equestrian statue of Basaveshwara drew the attention of the people.