Sir, I would like to bring to attention the serious issue of the lack of streetlights on Bogadi Main Road, starting from Brigade Palm Groves. This road witnesses heavy traffic throughout the day and night. It serves as a lifeline for thousands of commuters travelling from the city to several layouts and rural areas, including…

Sir, I would like to bring to your attention the issue concerning the library cess, beggar cess and labour cess that are added to our Property Tax. These cesses constitute nearly 15 percent of the total property tax amount. With the steep increase in Property Tax over the years, the amount collected under these cesses…

Sir, This concerns the newly completed Nijalingappa Circle (formerly Vijaya Bank Circle) at the Saraswathipuram-Kuvempunagar junction. It is a heavy-traffic zone located in a densely populated residential area. The following crossings are frequently used by residents: Kantharaj Urs Road and Vishwamanava Double Road. As a resident who must cross these junctions daily, I have narrowly…

Sir, Why should new industries come to Mysuru when the old ones are leaving? The Hebbal Industrial Area has slowly started to look like a village. In some places, one can even see bullock carts being used for transport. Many areas have become accident-prone due to badly damaged roads. Because of this poor infrastructure, several…

A senior citizen’s appeal to MCC Commr. Sir, I wish to bring to the attention of the Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) authorities the extremely poor condition of the underground drainage (UGD) system in front of our house (No. 58, 10th Main Road, Sanmarga, Siddarthanagar). The drainage pipes/ system in our road have been repeatedly getting…

Sir, This is to bring to the attention of the authorities the pressing issues affecting our layout — Drishti Enclave, Basavanapura Road, Vijayanagar IV Stage, II Phase, Mysuru. Our layout, with 25 residents, is deprived of basic services from the Bogadi Town Panchayat. The issues are as follows: All our layout roads are almost completely…

Sir, This refers to the recent Supreme Court order regarding the removal of stray dogs from public places. I am 83 years old and have lived with dogs throughout my life. Over the years, I have taken several anti‑rabies vaccinations — from bites by my own dogs as well as by strays while trying to…

Sir, I read with keen interest a news report about plans to privatise Lalitha Mahal Palace Hotel and hand it over on a 30-year lease (“Lalitha Mahal set for major revival” in SOM dated Dec. 3). Long-awaited, yes — but the moot question is whether JLR is truly willing to let go of its goose…

Sir, I refer to the many letters to Star of Mysore highlighting the rise in fake accidents and growing security lapses in the city. We have a large Police establishment meant to assure the safety and security of citizens in this lovely city. But it is disturbing to note the spate of fake accident cases…

Sir, Every evening, I make it a habit to go for a walk, enjoying the fresh air and a peaceful environment. Today, I chose to visit the renowned Chamundi Vihar Stadium, expecting a clean, well-maintained space suitable for fitness enthusiasts, families and children. However, to my surprise, the reality was quite disappointing. Apart from the…