Wed Feb 12 15:25:45 UTC 2025: ## Thousands Expected at Dakshina Kannada-Udupi Sports and Cultural Fest

**Mangaluru, February 12, 2025** – A large-scale sports and cultural festival, Hombelaku-2025, is set to take place in Mangaluru on February 22nd. Organized by the Grama Swaraj Foundation, the event aims to provide a break from routine work for members and officials of gram panchayats and urban local bodies in Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts.

The invitation for the festival was released on Tuesday by MLC Manjunath Bhandary, the foundation’s honorary president. Mr. Bhandary stated that over 8,000 participants are expected. The event, to be held at the Sahyadri College of Engineering and Management Grounds in Adyar, will be inaugurated by Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Minister Priyank Kharge. A number of other prominent ministers are also scheduled to attend.

The festival is intended to alleviate the stress and monotony associated with the daily work of local body members and officials. Hombelaku-2025 promises a diverse program of sports and cultural activities.

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