DC visits Raichur fort to assess infrastructure needed to attract tourists

He emphasised the need to develop the area to attract tourists by installing street lights, benches, and other visitor-friendly infrastructure. He directed officials to prepare a separate proposal to repair scattered stone structures, install safety railings, and ensure easy access for tourists.

Deputy Commissioner Nitish K. inspected key heritage sites in Raichur on April 22, focusing on improving basic infrastructure at the historic Mecca Darwaza and the hilltop fort area near the city bus stand.

The Deputy Commissioner first visited Makka Darwaza to assess the possibilities for preservation and development. During the visit, he asked officials from the Raichur city corporation and the Planning Director of the Urban Development Cell to prepare a comprehensive report outlining the measures needed to enhance basic amenities and protect the site.

Then, he inspected the nearby moat, which was found to be heavily silted. He instructed officials to remove the accumulated silt and carry out proper finishing work to restore the area.

Later, the Deputy Commissioner visited the hilltop fort area adjacent to the bus stand. He emphasised the need to develop the area to attract tourists by installing street lights, benches, and other visitor-friendly infrastructure. He directed officials to prepare a separate proposal to repair scattered stone structures, install safety railings, and ensure easy access for tourists.

He instructed engineers from the Mysuru Department of Archaeology, Museums, and Heritage to prepare and submit a formal proposal for these improvements, in line with heritage regulations.

Additionally, he directed to dredge and preserve the khas bavi (well used by royal family) of the Nizam era, located near Aam Talab (water body for the common man), by giving necessary finishing touches.

The DC was accompanied by Raichur City Corporation Commissioner Jubin Mohapatra, Urban Development Cell Planning Director Eranna Biradar, engineers from the Mysuru Department of Archaeology and Heritage, including Tarakesh, Assistant Engineer from the Public Works Department Mahesh, and Assistant Director of the Tourism Department Rajendra Jaldar.