(MENAFN- AsiaNet News) As anticipated by officials from the Horticulture Department, an estimated 10 to 11 lakh spectators are expected to visit the eleven-days fruit and flower exhibition taking place from the 18th to the 28th. With five days already concluded, Lalbagh has welcomed 1.17 lakh visitors, generating a ticket revenue of 68.54 lakhs. The fruit and flower extravaganza is set to continue for another four days, concluding on January 28 at 6:30 pm. Anticipating a surge in attendance, officials are particularly hopeful for a significant turnout on January 26, coinciding with Republic Day, a government holiday, and the weekend.
Unexpectedly, the Muslim community, which has traditionally formed a significant portion of the audience during flower displays on Independence Day or Republic Day, has been notably absent this time. Speculations suggest that the religious perspective offered by the Basavadi sharanas and vachana literature might have influenced this change, though the exact reasons remain unclear.
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Comparatively, the 212th flower show held in August 2022 in memory of Dr. Puneeth Rajkumar drew 9.5 lakh visitors, claiming the top spot with ₹3.15 crores collected. The Independence Day celebration flower (2023) show attracted 8.26 lakh people in span of 11 days, securing the second position but becoming the highest-grossing show, with ₹3.98 crores in earnings.
After just six days into the flower show, the flowers meant for various exhibits, had withered. Responding promptly, around 180 staff members adorned the experience hall with over 10 lakh fresh flowers of different varieties, starting at 6:30 pm on Tuesday night. Dr. M. Jagadish, Joint Director of Parks and Gardens at the Horticulture Department, shared this optimistic update, indicating that the exhibition is set to resume on Wednesday with a stunning display of revived blooms.
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