CM Siddaramaiah Lays foundation for Konkani Museum at Shakthinagar

Mangalore Today News Network

Mangaluru Apr 22, 2016:  Chief Minister Siddaramaiah laid the foundation for Konkani Museum at Kalaangann, Shakthinagar on Thursday April 21 .

Speaking on the occasion Siddaramaiah said that the museum will be constructed at a cost of  Rs. 30 crores. Konkani language  has enormously  contributed to  the country since over  the past four  centuries, he said adding  today one can find Konkani speaking people in every religion in the country.

 

 

 

He further said that, it is important to bring awareness among the people about the antiquity of  Konkani community and preserve antique pieces  in the newly built museum.

Meanwhile District in Charge Minister Ramanath Rai launched the name plates of directors and office bearers of the Konkani Museum.

Minister for Youth Services and Fisheries Abhaya Chandra Jain, MLA Shakuntala Shetty, MP Oscar Fernandes, Konkani Academy Chairman Roy Castelino, Louis J Pinto and others were present.