Kalasa Banduri Nala Project: Sandalwood Celebs Support Hubli Farmers

By Veena

Updated: Monday, September 14, 2015, 18:03 [IST]

The Kalasa-Banduri Nala is a project undertaken by the Government of Karnataka to improve drinking water supply in the districts of Belagavi, Dharwad and Gadag. It involves building across Kalasa and Banduri with two tributaries Mahadayi and Mahaprabha rivers, respectively.

With the serious debates, projects and discussions, a rally was held at Hubli on Sunday(Sep 13) which was supported strongly by Politicians and Sandalwood celebrities alike.

After Gokak agitation, once again all the biggies of Kannada film industries gathered together to support the farmers of Hubli. Celebs Shivarajkumar, Puneeth Rajkumar, Upendra, Yash, Darshan, Shruthi, Duniya Vijay, Ravichandran and others were spotted at the 60th day protest of Kalasa-Banduri Nala Project.

Speaking to the farmers, Powerstar Puneeth Rajkumar said, " We are Indians and we believe in unity in diversity. Through this protest, I request Government to come up with a solution to this situation".

How did other Sandalwood celebs react to Kalasa-Banduri Nala Project? Read them in the slides below...

Hatrick Hero Shivarajkumar

Speaking to the farmer, the eldest son of Dr Rajkumar, Hatrick Hero Shivarajkumar said, "What ever level I have reached it is because of you people. Actors are there with you and we always support this Kalasa-Banduri Nala Project. Let's all take part in this rally which should reach PM".(Central Government)

Powerstar Puneeth Rajkumar

Powerstar Puneeth Rajkumar also gave his presence at Hubli to Kalasa-Banduri Nala Projects. He said, "We all are Indians, and we believe in unity in diversity. I request Central Government to come up with a solution for this soon".

Rocking Star Yash

We all have united for Kalasa-Banduri Nala Project, and this becomes our first success. I know it really hurts, but don't worry we are with you and PM should respond to it soon, said Rocking Star Yash.

Real Star Upendra

Our wealth was looted by Britishers, Dutches, French and others. Now, when our farmers are facing scarcity of water, none come forward to help them out. Our leaders should really sort this problem out, opined Real Star Upendra.

Challenging Star Darshan

Darshan said, "North Karnataka people serve us with delicious rotti's and water is anessential ingredient to prepare rotti. If the system does't agreed to supply the needed water, let's all support until we win".