Bengaluru (PTI): Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Saturday announced an allocation of Rs 10 crore for the development of Lalbagh in Bengaluru, while rejecting claims that six acres of the garden would be acquired for the tunnel road project.

Shivakumar, who is also the Minister in charge of Bengaluru Development, assured that the tunnel road project would not affect Lalbagh.

Lalbagh, spread over 240 acres, is one of Bengaluru’s major attractions, housing a collection of tropical and sub-tropical plants, including trees that are several centuries old.

"I had a fruitful discussion with walkers and citizens. Heard their grievances and suggestions. We have decided to allocate Rs 10 crore for the development of Lalbagh. As part of that, we have decided to set up a gym to sui

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