BBMP officials in Bengaluru have reported a significant decrease in sewage flow into the Koramangala stormwater drain after the implementation of the K-100 Urban Waterway Project. Despite this claim, local residents and businesses have stated that the foul smell and sewage-mixed water in the drain have not improved. The project, which involves redeveloping the 9.2-km-long…
The BBMP in Bengaluru is launching a special healthcare programme for pourakarmikas, including cancer screenings for the first time. Previously, these workers only had access to basic checkups for blood pressure, diabetes, and cholesterol. The new programme will also address occupational health concerns such as back strain, joint pain, and exposure to dust and sunlight….
The ongoing tussle between the state government and the governor has caused neglect in addressing a large pothole and damaged road in front of Raj Bhavan in Bengaluru. The Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike’s failure to fix the issue has raised concerns, with many seeing it as a reflection of the political confrontation. The pothole has…
The BBMP in Bengaluru is working on widening the Kothanur-Avalahalli road and Kalkere Road to improve vehicle movement from the north-eastern part of the city towards KR Puram and Hoskote. The project, which has been delayed, involves land acquisition and widening the roads to reduce traffic congestion. There were issues with TDR issuance in the…