NAVAGLUND, DHARWAD – The Navalgund Assembly constituency is buzzing with activity as it prepares for a high-profile visit from Karnataka’s top leadership. On February 8, 2026, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar will officially lay the foundation stone for the long-awaited Bennehalla Flood Control Project in Shiraguppi village.
Countdown Begins for ₹200 Crore Project
The Bennehalla stream has historically caused significant distress to farmers in the Dharwad and Gadag districts due to recurring flash floods. To address this, the state government has greenlit a ₹200 crore flood control initiative.
Earlier today, Navalgund MLA NH Konereddy, accompanied by Dharwad District In-charge Minister Santosh Lad, visited the ceremony site in Shiraguppi to inspect the final preparations. The project, which was a key budgetary promise, aims to channelize the stream and build retaining walls to protect nearly 20,000 hectares of farmland.
Comprehensive Development for Navalgund
Beyond the flood control project, the Chief Minister is set to inaugurate and lay the foundation for various other developmental works in the Navalgund constituency, totaling an additional ₹150 crore.
Key Event Details:
Date: February 8, 2026
Location: Shiraguppi Village, Navalgund Constituency
Key Guests: CM Siddaramaiah, DCM DK Shivakumar, Minister Santosh Lad, and MLC Chief Whip Saleem Ahmed.
Key Statistics
- Total Project Value: ₹200 Crore (Part of a ₹1,610 Crore comprehensive DPR).
Additional Works: ₹150 Crore for Navalgund constituency development.
Beneficiaries: 37 villages and 20,000 hectares of farmland in Dharwad and Gadag.
Project Scope: Channelization from KM 53.30 to KM 148; 1.05 km of retaining walls and 7.15 km of tank bund.
Timeline: Expected completion within 18 months.
Administrative Oversight
The site inspection saw a massive gathering of top brass from the administration and police to ensure security and logistical readiness. High-ranking officials present included:
Patil Bhuvanesh Devidas (ZP CEO)
Gunjan Arya (SP, Dharwad)
Santosh Biradar (HDUDA Commissioner)
Geetha C D (ADC)
MLA NH Konereddy emphasized that this project is a “turning point” for the local agrarian economy, fulfilling a decades-old demand of the Bennehalla region.
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