Chandigarh, Dec. 28 -- Failing to elicit response from firms for event management and sponsorships at the annual Rose festival, set to be held in February 2026, the Chandigarh municipal corporation (MC) has formulated a budget of Rs.1.05 crore, which will be placed before the General House for approval on Tuesday.

The agenda for the 54th Rose Festival 2026 had been placed during the 352nd meeting of MC General House on August 26 this year. As per the agenda, the MC invited tenders and made arrangements to reimburse sponsors. However, the bids closed last month without any firm showing interest.

An MC official, however, said they are hopeful of getting sponsors and will be inviting the bids again.

The MC has formed multiple sub-committe...