Belagavi district will witness a landmark cultural event as the Krantiveera Sangolli Rayanna Museum in Nandgad will be formally inaugurated. The ceremony will also include the unveiling of a statue of the legendary freedom fighter near his samadhi by the lakeside, along with the foundation‑laying of several development projects in the region.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, accompanied by Minister Laxmi Hebbalkar and other dignitaries, traveled from Bengaluru to Belagavi on a special flight to participate in the historic occasion. The events are expected to draw large crowds, reflecting the deep respect and admiration that people across Karnataka hold for Sangolli Rayanna, who is remembered as one of the earliest revolutionaries against British colonial rule.
The museum aims to preserve and showcase artifacts, documents, and stories related to Rayanna’s life and struggle, offering future generations a chance to connect with his legacy. The unveiling of the statue near his samadhi is seen as a symbolic tribute to his sacrifice and valor.
ಬೆಳಗಾವಿ ಜಿಲ್ಲೆಯ ನಂದಗಡದಲ್ಲಿ ನಡೆಯಲಿರುವ ಕ್ರಾಂತಿವೀರ ಸಂಗೊಳ್ಳಿ ರಾಯಣ್ಣ ವಸ್ತು ಸಂಗ್ರಹಾಲಯ ಲೋಕಾರ್ಪಣೆ, ಸಮಾಧಿ ಬಳಿಯ ಕೆರೆಯಲ್ಲಿರುವ ಕ್ರಾಂತಿವೀರ ಸಂಗೊಳ್ಳಿ ರಾಯಣ್ಣ ಪ್ರತಿಮೆ ಅನಾವರಣ ಸಮಾರಂಭ ಮತ್ತು ವಿವಿಧ ಕಾಮಗಾರಿಗಳ ಭೂಮಿ ಪೂಜೆಯ ಹಿನ್ನೆಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಮಾನ್ಯ ಮುಖ್ಯಮಂತ್ರಿಗಳಾದ ಸಿದ್ದರಾಮಯ್ಯ ಅವರೊಂದಿಗೆ ವಿಶೇಷ ವಿಮಾನದಲ್ಲಿ… pic.twitter.com/osIlcaaxJM
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Speaking ahead of the event, Minister Laxmi Hebbalkar emphasized the importance of honoring Karnataka’s heroes and ensuring that their contributions are remembered. “This is not just an inauguration—it is a reaffirmation of our commitment to preserve history and inspire the youth,” she said.
With multiple development works also being launched alongside the cultural celebrations, the government hopes to boost tourism and local infrastructure in Nandgad, making it a hub for heritage and learning.