Sir,

This is in continuation of the representation submitted earlier by the residents of Sharadadevinagar on Mar. 3, 2026, regarding the severe encroachment of the footpath in front of the LIC Branch Office on New Kantharaj Urs Main Road.

We would like to strongly reiterate that the footpath along this stretch has been completely occupied by vendors, forcing pedestrians to walk on the main road and putting their safety at serious risk.

Senior citizens, children and persons with disabilities are among the worst affected. The footpath, meant exclusively for pedestrians, has become virtually unusable, defeating its very purpose.

We would also like to bring to your notice another long-pending issue on Bankers Club Road, where a few residents have extended their property gates and installed steel railings onto the footpath, obstructing the free movement of pedestrians.

These permanent structures have further reduced the available walking space and are forcing pedestrians onto the road, thereby increasing the risk of accidents.

Both these issues reflect unchecked encroachments on public footpaths, whether by vendors or private individuals, causing inconvenience to citizens and undermining Mysuru’s reputation as a clean, well-planned and pedestrian-friendly city.

We request the MCC officials concerned to conduct a joint inspection of New Kantharaj Urs Main Road near the LIC Office at Sharadadevinagar and Bankers Club Road, remove all unauthorised encroachments on footpaths, including vendors, extended gates and steel railings and ensure that footpaths are restored and maintained strictly for pedestrian use.

We hope the MCC Commissioner and the authorities concerned will take prompt action in the interest of public safety and urban order.

– A concerned resident, Sharadadevinagar, 3.5.2026

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