Mangaluru: Preparations underway for Mangaluru River Festival from Jan 12 to 13

Bellevision Media Network

Mangaluru, 09 Jan: The preparations are on full swing for staging Mangaluru River Festival from January 12 to January 13, said DC Sasikant Sentil.

 

Addressing the gathering of various Committees that were set up for the Festival at the auditorium of district headquarter, here, on Tuesday, January 8, Sasikant said that the Festival is being organized for the first time in the district at Kuloor, Bangra Kuloor and Sultan Battery on the banks of Palguni River from January 12 to January 13. It aims to create interest about river with the people and love outdoor activities. The event further boosts tourism potentials along the river banks.

 

He also said that boating facility will be set up for tourists and visitors. Various competitions such as Kayaking, boat race, wind surfing, etc. The stalls selling traditional local delicacies including best of seafood will be set up at the venue. The renowned musicians will present live concert and folk dancers will put up their show as part of cultural event.

 

He urged the people to attend the event in a large numbers.