Sir, I am a senior citizen and a frequent commuter on city buses. I have observed that most bus shelters in Mysuru lack proper lighting, forcing passengers — including women, children and senior citizens like me — to wait in complete darkness, often with a sense of insecurity, until the bus arrives. Several bus shelters…

Sir, As a private sector employee, I commute daily by bike across Mysuru. Over the years, the city’s traffic density has been steadily increasing. Fortunately, Mysuru has wide roads, which help prevent major congestion. However, traffic jams are frequent at junctions, especially on exit roads. For instance, near JSS College on Ooty Road, traffic congestion…

Sir, The proposed Mysuru Modern Bus Terminus at Bannimantap needs to be planned realistically. It  shall be  designed by approved Architects, Town Planners, Structural Engineers, Project Management Agencies,  as per IS Codes, Standard specifications and Local Bylaws.  Before the project is finalised on the drawing board, all concerned Departments like Fire Fighting, Pollution Control Board,…

Sir, I refer to a few ‘Letters to the Editor’ and the very valid comments in each of them on the  proposed new Bus Terminal project at Bannimantap which has not been planned wisely. It is a pity that the concerned agencies/individuals are oblivious to the need to follow good planning principles. A recent letter…

Sir, This is with reference to M.S. Vijayashankar’s letter on Bannimantap Bus Stand design (SOM dated Mar. 3). The proposed design does not suit a bus stand. With many engineering colleges, technical university and architectural institutes, a competition may be organised giving a theme and the best design could be evaluated and suitably rewarded. –…

Sir, I am writing to express my strong opposition to the proposed construction of a new bus stand at Bannimantap, as it will cause significant inconvenience to the residents and also diminish the aesthetic appeal of Mysuru at its entrance. I urge the concerned decision-makers to consider an alternative location that would be more suitable…

Sir, Appreciate your thought when you said ‘Let not a language tear asunder a united Bharat’ (Abracadabra by K.B. Ganapathy in SOM dated Mar. 4, 2025). But, in the larger context in today’s India, we witness that language, religion, caste, creed, and cultures play a pivotal role especially for our power-hungry politicians who constantly play…

Sir, The introduction of AI-powered traffic cameras in Mysuru and on the Highways leading to the city is undoubtedly a commendable initiative by the authorities. This automated system has significantly contributed to curbing reckless driving and promoting safer roads. However, there appears to be a gap in the system that could undermine public trust —…

Sir, This is not the first time I am writing about the state of our Paramahamsa Road in Yadavagiri. Repeatedly, it has been brought to the notice of the authorities concerned, that, we the regular users of this road, have only this path to reach Vontikoppal, Ramakrishna Ashram, Venkataramanaswamy Temple. But unfortunately, this route is…

Sir, I would like to thank MCC Zone 3 Engineer Akshata for her prompt response to my request to get the vacant site cleaned beside my residence at Dattagalli. Within an hour of my request, she sent an earthmover to the spot and the work was done. We are indeed fortunate to have officers like…