The Office of Communications, IISc invites you to,
A screening and discussion:
THE MAHARAJA’S GERMAN GARDENER
A film on the man who helped make Bengaluru the Garden City of India- GH Krumbiegel
60 mins | English | 2021
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Produced by the Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany
The screening will be followed by a discussion with the director, Ganesh Shankar Raj, Founder/CEO/Filmmaker- MINDIA Films
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Synopsis: The film tells the story of Gustav Hermann Krumbiegel, a German botanist and landscape designer whose pioneering work transformed India’s gardens and urban landscapes. From Baroda and Ooty to Lalbagh in Bengaluru and Brindavan Gardens in Mysuru, his legacy reflects a deep appreciation of plants, landscapes and the environment. His contribution extended to the early landscaping of the IISc campus, where he helped plan its green spaces and avenues. This documentary traces the remarkable and often overlooked legacy of a visionary whose work continues to shape the landscapes we inhabit.
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🏛️Venue: Faculty Hall, Main Building, IISc
📆Date: 6 November 2026 (Friday)
🕣Time: 4 pm
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High tea will be served after the event
All are welcome
For any queries, please contact Bitasta Das (bitasta@iisc.ac.in), Office of Communications, Indian Institute of Science.
