Dedicated sculpture park in Karkala on cards: CM
At a vibrant Dasara celebration in Uchila, the chief minister unveiled a plan to establish a dedicated sculpture park in Karkala, a move designed to protect the centuries‑old stone carving tradition that dots the town’s temples.
The park will serve as a living gallery for the region’s distinctive stone work, positioned alongside the coastal belt’s gold‑smithing, silver‑craft and wood‑carving practices, highlighting the artistic synergy that defines Karnataka’s shoreline culture.
Officials present the project as a dual engine of cultural preservation and job creation, linking it to a newly announced tourism policy that aims to transform temple circuits and coastal sites into a world‑class travel hub.
Beyond the economics, the initiative is framed as an homage to the spiritual and cultural fabric of the coast, where fishermen’s livelihoods, historic shrines and artisanal crafts intersect, promising a revitalized future for both heritage and community.