State’s largest Basaveshwar statue to be unveiled soon in city

Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar

The city is set to add another feather to its cap with the upcoming unveiling of the state’s largest 16-foot bronze statue of Mahatma Basaveshwar. After years of anticipation, preparations for this historic event have gained momentum, with a primary planning meeting held at Vishwaroop Hall in Jyoti Nagar on Sunday.

Key highlights of the meeting:

• Historic vision: Members resolved to make the event unprecedented and memorable.

• Unity under one banner: All Lingayat community members will organise the event collectively under the banner of Sakal Lingayat Samaj, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar.

• Mass participation: Around 50,000 members from across Marathwada are expected to attend the divisional-level ceremony.

• Collective pledge: Attendees vowed to work with unity and dedication to ensure the success of the event.

The 5 pm meeting saw participation from senior leaders, youth, and organisation representatives, with organisers expressing confidence that the event will reflect Basaveshwar’s ideals in a grand manner. The unveiling is expected to witness a rare confluence of devotion and collective strength. Dates and chief guests will be announced soon.