Sir, The Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) has invited property owners to submit applications for issuance of e-khata for their properties. One of the aims of this exercise is to sieve away fake properties having been registered by the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) or MCC Offices. I recollect that in 2009, the Revenue Department of…

Sir,  Heritage does not mean historic and aesthetic old structures. It comprises many other things that reflect our history and culture. Cultural heritage is a gift from the past. By preserving this past, we enrich the future. We cherish our legacy in Mysuru’s diversity — silks, betel leaves, sandalwood, agarbathis, palaces and bungalows. But, regrettably,…

Sir, Recently, while traveling on my scooter from the busy Mandovi Motors junction towards Vontikoppal, I encountered a dangerous situation. A large crater on the road, located under the railway bridge (in the shade of the over-bridge), was not visible. My scooter hit it with a powerful thud and I narrowly avoided falling and injuring…

Sir, Being a responsible senior citizen of Mysuru, I wish to draw the attention of our City Police Commissioner to the traffic issues plaguing the city. The traffic signals at busy junctions such as V.V. Mohalla, Kuvempunagar, Ramakrishnanagar and other circles are not functioning properly. I have observed that many auto drivers and two-wheeler riders…

Sir, I wish to draw attention to the deteriorating condition of the Old DC Office building in our city. This structure is not only historically significant but also a poignant reminder of our rich heritage. Unfortunately, it is now being neglected, leading to its alarming state of disrepair. The Old DC Office building, an architectural…

Sir, I have been residing in Bogadi since 2004 and have personally witnessed the civic development that has taken place over the years. One of the best features of this area is its well-connected and wide roads, stretching from the southern part of the city to the northern part, eventually leading to the Ring Road…

Sir, Having moved to this heritage city last year with great hopes of enjoying a clean and green environment, I am deeply disappointed by the lack of maintenance and the apparent absence of civic sense among residents in preserving what was once a beautiful and well-kept city. I reside in one of the most popular…

Sir, I read with sadness the news about the passing away of Dr. S. Ananthalakshmi (84) under Obituary column in SOM dated Dec.14. May be, it is customary to say, whenever some known person departs to the heavenly abode that, ‘The loss is irreplaceable.’ But in the passing away of Dr. Ananthalakshmi, the society has…

Sir, Driving in Mysuru requires immediate attention and a realignment, or it is bound to become chaotic in the coming years. A few simple yet crucial steps must be enforced on priority by the Traffic Police. Checking for DLs, overloaded transport vehicles, inter-State vehicle permits and drunk driving are vital, but equally important are measures…