Shivamogga Lok Sabha member B.Y. Raghavendra, on Monday, July 10, inspected the development works planned to facilitate tourists visiting Jog Falls in Sagar taluk.
Speaking to presspersons, Mr. Raghavendra said the State government had taken up the works at a cost of ₹185 crore. It includes the construction of an entry gate, a children’s park, rest rooms, a ropeway, a guest house, and other basic amenities.
Mr. Raghavendra said the place attracts tourists from distant places. As the airport in Shivamogga is ready, the number of tourists visiting the place may go up in the coming days. “In order to provide them basic amenities, the previous BJP government planned development works at a cost of ₹185 crore,” he said.