Sir, People of India magnificently responded to the call of the Prime Minister to observe Janata Curfew to stay indoors on 22nd instant and joined in clapping to thank the medical fraternity for their services. But it is disappointing to observe that the same type of restraint was lacking from next day. People were seen…

Sir, The authorities who are entrusted with the responsibility of maintaining the Freedom Fighters Park in the heart of the city have been negligent for a long time, whether it is MCC, MUDA or Horticulture Department. As a result, this Park has become a garbage dumping yard. If one takes a walk around, one can…

Sir, This is with regard to the letter by N. Bhaskar in SOM dated Mar.7 titled “Two-wheeler riding: Indiscipline and lawlessness on city roads” which is very true and really at peak in some areas. It is very sad to see the disrespect shown to the Police and traffic laws in this city. Triple riding…

Sir, We would like to state that there is no proper supply of water from past one week in Ward 14, 3rd Cross, near P&T Quarters, Udayagiri, Mysuru. This happens every now and then. There is no fixed hour for the supply of water. The water when supplied is only for 10 minutes with very…

Sir, After observing the Traffic Inspectors imposing fines in Mysuru, it is evident that their target is more on two-wheelers as compared to other vehicles. It is also observed that there is a pattern in implementing these traffic rules on two-wheelers, particularly helmetless travelling. The funniest part is that most of these two-wheelers are aware…

Sir, The street dogs in our city are causing havoc since long, but have gradually increased their number along the years. Bike riders fear travelling at night in the streets, for the street dogs always seem to be waiting to chase at least one bike every ten minutes, and it goes on till dawn. Since…

Sir, Underage children driving vehicles is one of the serious road safety violations. Minors riding two-wheelers is rampant in Mysuru city and it is being regularly noticed not only in residential localities but also on major roads and Highways. Minors of too young age (12-16 years) driving with one or even two pillions (triple riding)…

Sir, There are numerous road humps on Mysuru – Bengaluru Highway. It is may be due to the ongoing road widening works. But these humps are not scientific and neither painted with white stripes nor there is any warning board. Since it is a Highway and many vehicles will be at a high speed, these…

Sir, It is high time that Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) takes action against the owners of old vacant sites in the city’s jurisdiction as they are turning into garbage dumping yards and polluting the surrounding environment. For example, a site opposite to the Bisilu Maramma temple in Gangothri Layout, which is situated immediately next to…

Sir, This refers to the news item ‘Vision Mysuru Group to usher in city’s overall development’ (SOM dated Mar.13). The Group is to discuss and strategise development plans, heritage structure conservation, cleanliness, efficient disposal of waste and meet once in two months. Before embarking on creation of this new Vision Group, it will be prudent…