HMT Unveils Kannada-Themed Watch Collection

Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy unveiled the "HMT Kannadiga" watch collection in Bengaluru to mark the 71st Karnataka Rajyotsava. The four-variant collection features Kannada numerals, the Gandabherunda emblem, and the yellow-and-red Kannada flag to reflect regional identity. While the watches are not yet available for purchase, they are estimated to cost between ₹3,500 and ₹3,600.

Technically, the timepieces incorporate modern technology, radium glow, and genuine Italian leather strap options. Despite the public unveiling at HMT grounds, the watches remain unavailable for immediate sale, causing disappointment among attendees. The collection is currently positioned within HMT’s premium segment.

Editor's note: Accurate and concise summary of the event, though it includes minor editorializing about attendee disappointment that is well-supported by the text.