Mandya: Congress leader and Srirangapatna MLA Ramesh Bandisiddegowda’s mom’s birthday celebration has sparked controversy after artistes of a cultural troupe allegedly used Arakere Govt Hospital as a make-up room for feminine performers not too long ago.The alleged use of a govt well being facility for a personal programme has raised eyebrows.Ramesh’s mom, Vijayalakshmi Bandisiddegowda, a former MLA, celebrated her 79th birthday on Aug 15 at her native Arakere.A gaggle of feminine artistes who carried out in a drama, staged as a part of the cultural programme, allegedly used the hospital premises to prepare. Throughout their keep, they reportedly danced and shot reels, which have since gone viral on social media, drawing criticism.Well being division officers stated senior officers visited the Arakere Govt Hospital and carried out an inquiry. “A report can be submitted to the senior officers on this regard,” they stated.Officers added that the artistes had sought permission to make use of the hospital’s washroom, however the incident has now turn into an issue.
