Sir, Drainage work is under progress from Muda circle up to the junction of Dewan’s Road in Ramavilas Road. The drain constructed is a bit higher than the footpath and the footpath is a bit higher from the road level. The rain water has no way to flow into the drain from the road side…

Sir, Your news item on the condition of Kalidasa road leading to Vijayanagar (SOM dated Dec. 2) and the apathy shown by the elected representatives, former and current, couldn’t have come at a more appropriate time. The condition of the roads not only slows down the traffic, but also leads to usage of the cross…

Sir, Apropos “Nuisance of technology and mobile addiction” (SOM dated Dec.5), I wish to add that the technology in general and mobile technology in particular  is taking the entire generation to a disastrous ruin of young energy which was supposed to be taking the nation towards intellectual upliftment. The sad end to a story, rather…

Sir, Days are gone when one would wait for a trunk call or would walk miles to talk to someone on distance through STD. Now everyone is easily accessible to the trending technology of mobile phones.  The number of users is so high that it is a rare sight to see someone with hands free…

Sir, What’s wrong with India ? A “Gang rape and Murder” can happen like any other crime! I am referring to the gang rape and murder of 26-year-old veterinary doctor in Hyderabad. Look at our Law, who is to be held accountable? The Accused, The Executive, the Legislative or the Judiciary? The Law states, “Any…

Sir, We see, hear and talk a lot about effective garbage collection and environmental-friendly disposal. We see majority of people segregating dry and wet waste and handing over the same to MCC workers but it is sad that these workmen recklessly mix it in their containers. In fact it is not their mistake, thanks to…

Sir, Recently I had an opportunity to travel from Bengaluru airport  to Mysuru in a Flybus. This direct bus facility greatly benefits the passengers who have to travel to Mysuru. The authorities have also installed toilets in many of these buses for the benefit of passengers. But now this  toilet has become a curse as…

Sir, The bus shelter located at the left side of Yadavagiri Post Office, Mysuru, is lacking lighting facility. Many offices as well as factories are functioning in this area. Many passengers including women have to wait for the bus in this shelter in pitch dark with fear. I request the authorities concerned on behalf of…

Sir, Waste materials and garbage thrown carelessly on roads and other places affect both humans and animals. I would like to draw everyone’s attention to what is happening in Vijayanagar 4th Stage near 2nd Phase. Waste is being dumped here daily near the roadside. The foul smell affects both the pedestrians as well as the…

Sir, Faulty water meters are a common problem faced by many houses. The main problem is the rectification. First the bill reader informs the owner about the faulty meter. Then the owner calls up the Water Works and asks them about the procedure. Water Works in turn asks the area Inspector to inspect the meter….