Mangaluru, Oct 07, 2020: Dakshina Kannada District in-charge Minister Kota Srinivas Poojary has asked Yakshagana Melas to prepare for the annual Thirugata or Yakshagana tours which are likely to be allowed from November end onwards by duly adhering to Covid guidelines.
He was speaking at a meeting held at DC office auditorium on October 6, Tuesday.
Noted Yakshagana Bhagawatha Patla Satish Shetty, artistes Ujire Ashok Bhat and others highlighted the plight of Yakshagana artistes due to the suspension of shows this time and urged for government help to the distressed artistes.
Hari Asranna, Kateel Temple Managing Trustee also spoke on the occasion.
Deputy Commissioner Dr K V Rajendra and other officials were present.