This year, the Independence Day Flower Show at Lalbagh pays homage to the illustrious former chief minister of Karnataka, Kengal Hanumanthaiah -- who is synonymous with the Vidhana Soudha. The theme, the achievements of Hanumanthaiah, is being celebrated with a grand replica of the Vidhana Soudha, which is a cynosure of all eyes at the venue.
There is also a scale model of Shivapura Satyagraha Soudha created from flowers. “Apart from the Vidhana Soudha and Shivapura Satyagraha Soudha, a model train using flowerpots has been set up to highlight Hanumanthaiah’s efforts to turn the Railways into a profitable business,” says Dr M Jadageesha, Joint Director, Lalbagh.
The carpets of flowers is another big draw for those visiting the Glass House. Krishna Chavan, a landscape artist from Belagavi, a participant at the show, has created the biggest carpet, using over 5,000 pots. With just three days to go until close, the authorities are expecting a huge crowd.
The Independence Day Flower Show at Lalbagh in Bengaluru showcased replicas of Vidhana Soudha and Shivapura Satyagraha Soudha, carpets of flowers, Akshara Mala, and scenes from the Freedom Struggle. These have attracted huge crowds. With three days to go, the authorities are expecting a huge surge in footfalls.