George Fernandes Road inaugurated
George Fernandes Road inaugurated
Mangalore Today News Network
Mangaluru, July 7, 2024: Mangaluru City Corporation (MCC) Mayor Sudheer Shetty Kannur, along with MLA Vedavyas Kamath and Michael Fernandes, brother of George Fernandes, inaugurated George Fernandes Road on Saturday, July 6. The road from Circuit House to Bejai Circle is now named after the late George Fernandes.
Addressing the gathering, Mayor Sudheer Shetty Kannur stated, "George Fernandes was an inspiration to many. Today, we are proud to name this road after him. For me, this is the greatest accomplishment of my tenure. George Fernandes led a challenging life, fought for people’s rights, and earned respect wherever he went. He was the only politician to contest elections from jail and win. His work as Defence Minister during the Kargil War was commendable. Capt Brijesh Chowta has directed us to install a statue of George Fernandes at Bejai Circle, and we will do so. We also plan to name the Kankanady railway station after him in the future."
The inauguration was attended by Michael Fernandes, brother of the late George Fernandes; MP Capt Brijesh Chowta, MLA Vedavyas Kamath, MLC Ivan D’Souza, MLA Mangaluru North Dr. Bharath Y Shetty, and others.
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