Sir, It’s a common sight these days to see PUC students (11th and 12th Std), who are just 16 years or 17 years old, riding two- wheelers to college and everywhere. It is just not possible to stop them despite all the stringent motor vehicle rules. Without any guidance and a driving licence, these students…

Sir, The proposed design of KSRTC’s Bus Stand at Bannimantap, Mysuru, is atrocious. The design, as displayed in the Detailed Project Report, is a bad  copy of Mysore Palace, which is a fine example of Indo Sarcenic architectural design. With the proposed elevation, we will end up with a bad architectural structure.  Mysore Palace design…

Sir, Hebbal Lake, located in Hebbal industrial area, is facing a severe ecological crisis. Over 60% of its surface is now covered by floating plants, primarily water lettuce. This invasive plant forms dense mats on the water’s surface, blocking sunlight, depleting oxygen levels, and harming aquatic life. If left uncontrolled, water lettuce can completely alter…

Sir, I am writing to express my concern about an ongoing issue in our city, especially during this season. Each year, as Mysuru enters summer after the fall season, our streets and parks are covered with dry leaves, which are often swept into piles by public workers. However, what follows year after year is troubling:…

Sir, This refers to the news item titled “KSRTC Bannimantap bus stand work gains pace” in yesterday’s Star of Mysore. Constructing a Rs.129 crore major KSRTC bus terminus on a 24-acre land at Bannimantap is monumentally bad planning.  It has been cogently argued against and objected to, in the past few months, by various eminent…

Sir, I am writing to express my deep concern regarding the current state of Devaraja Market, a beloved and iconic landmark of Mysuru. As a frequent visitor since 1996, I have witnessed its gradual decline and believe it is long overdue for a comprehensive renovation. Devaraja Market is not just a place to shop; it…

Sir, The politicised 21-million dollar United States Agency for International Development (USAID) allocated to India to influence voter turnout has created an impression among the common man that USAID is evil funding and harming the nation. This perception is rampant among most millennials, who are ignorant of our past. Their knowledge is driven by WhatsApp…

Sir, Yesterday’s Abracadabra column in Star of Mysore by K.B. Ganapathy (KBG) was frank, fearless and threw new light on newspapers and democracy. ‘Democracy dies in darkness’ is the official slogan of The Washington Post printed in the cover page which many are not aware of. But the new Avatar of it may require that…

Sir, As a concerned citizen and a daily commuter on Bogadi-Manasagangothri Road, I am writing to bring attention to the chaotic and hazardous situation at the signal junction near DMS, AIISH and the commercial establishments, with a temple on the other side. This Cross Road has become a severe bottleneck, leading to frequent traffic jams…