Sir, The heritage structure of the Old Deputy Commissioner’s (DC) Office now stands eerily silent. Once alive with activity, where vehicles jostled for parking and uniformed personnel kept vigil, the compound is today a deserted expanse echoing with barks instead of bureaucratic bustle. Where security forces once stood guard, a pack of stray dogs now…
Sir, Residents of 4th Main, Dattagalli 3rd Stage, near Mangalya Sangama Choultry, struggle with an increasing stray dog menace. A female dog has been giving birth on this street every year, leading to a growing pack of nearly 10 to 12 dogs from past and recent litters. These dogs have become aggressive, attacking children and…
Sir, To help Mysuru reclaim its status as the Cleanest City in India, the following actionable suggestions are proposed for the Mysuru City Corporation (MCC): Garbage collection and management Scheduled collection: Pourakarmikas should complete sweeping before 10 am and collect garbage between 10 am and 1 pm, ensuring a predictable and consistent routine. Online registration:…
Sir, Mysuru Zoo is one of the main attractions for thousands of visitors every day. Numerous vehicles ply throughout the day in front of the Zoo. The road leading to Zoo from north side is having numerous potholes. Also, the roads leading towards Jayachamaraja Wadiyar Statue Circle (Hardinge Circle) from Zoo side is more dangerous…
Sir, Yesterday, while I was waiting at the traffic signal near Madhus Tyre Centre on Hunsur Road, I noticed that the switchboard cover on the road divider was broken. The live power line inside is completely exposed and easily accessible — even to children. This has been lying in the same condition for several days,…
Sir, In spite of the long-standing ban on heavy-duty trucks along Hunsur Road between Premier Studios and Hinkal Ring Road junction, these vehicles continue to ply the stretch in blatant violation of traffic regulations. The restriction was imposed years ago following a series of fatal accidents caused by reckless truck operators. Although Traffic Police are…
Sir, Despite multiple applications submitted to the MCC requesting action on a tree that poses a serious hazard to the public and nearby residents, no steps have been taken. The tree has now begun leaning to one side, and strong winds could cause it to fall, potentially resulting in significant damage. The hazardous tree is…
Sir, I fully endorse Dr. Srinath Setty’s views regarding the problems and inconveniences faced by residents, particularly in the evenings, due to street eateries. One such affected area is Third Main Road, V.V. Mohalla, near DRM Hospital, where numerous street vendors operate and vehicles are parked on the footpath, obstructing pedestrian movement. Additionally, two-wheelers parked…
Sir, The news item under the headline “Clicking Cops” (Star of Mysore dated Mar.23) provides significant relief to both motorists and pedestrians who follow traffic rules. At present, many seasoned traffic rule violators continue to roam freely, despite the installation of 59 Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ) cameras. Most of these habitual offenders either display a tampered or…
Sir, I was surprised to receive a notice under Section 180 of the Motor Vehicles Act (No. 10879171 dated 16th March 2025), served on me by post on 26th March 2025, at the residential address of my late father, Abdul Karim (Retd. DSP), at No. 10, Vivekananda Road, Yadavagiri. The Officer-in-Charge of the Enforcement Automation…
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