Former Minister H.D. Revanna alleges irregularities in tender process for Hasanamba festival - The HinduPublished - October 14, 2026 08:26 pm IST - ShivamoggaJD(S) leader H.D. Revanna | Photo Credit: File PhotoFormer Minister and Janata Dal (Secular) leader H.D. Revanna has alleged irregularities in the tender process for various works related to the Hasanamba Jatra Mahotsava.Addressing a press conference in Hassan on Wednesday, Mr. Revanna said that although the State was reeling under a severe drought, the district administration had chosen to incur huge unnecessary expenditure on the festival. He alleged that the same person had been bagging the tenders every year and that efforts were being made to prevent others from participating in the process.He maintained that the festival should be an occasion to express devotion, not to exhibit grandeur. The administration should maintain transparency in the tender process, he said.Among the expenses listed by the district administration, the welcoming arches at different locations in the city alone are estimated to cost ₹35 lakh, while ₹98 lakh has been estimated for lighting arrangements and ₹30 lakh has been earmarked for cultural programmes. The publicity flexes alone will cost ₹8 lakh. “There are many such exorbitant expenses listed by the administration,” he alleged.Published - October 14, 2026 08:26 pm ISTSign in to unlock member-only benefits!Access 10 free stories every monthSave stories to read laterAccess to comment on every storySign-up/manage your newsletter subscriptions with a single clickGet notified by email for early access to discounts & offers on our products${ ind + 1 } ${ device }Last active - ${ la }