An appeal to Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar Sir, It was rather amusing to read an honest statement by Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar (‘Politicians should be kept out of sports’ in SOM dated Jan. 1) Stating that politicians should be kept out as they were dangerous to the sport, Shivakumar said it was his personal opinion…

Sir, This is about the news report, ‘City roads turn into showrooms!’ published in SOM dated Jan. 11. Such streetside establishments are an eyesore whether in the city, its extensions or industrial areas. They pose significant safety risks to motorists and pedestrians alike. Ironically, our systems act only after accidents occur, often offering illogical justifications…

Sir, It seems, nowadays it has become a habit for people to change the names of heritage roads and circles in Mysuru as per their whims and fancies. Recently when I was walking through I saw the heritage clock tower of Mysuru, that is the Silver Jubilee Clock Tower (Big Clock Tower) Circle’s name has…

Sir, It was heartening to read the news report titled “I never asked to name any road after me: CM Siddaramaiah” in Star of Mysore dated Jan. 11. Further, the CM has made a profound statement that if the Road (Princess Road) already has a name, it should remain unchanged ! In my two letters…

Sir, This is regarding the deplorable state of post-boxes meant for letter collection. It is evident that these post-boxes are being neglected, even though we, the citizens of Bharat, continue to rely on the services of the Postal Department. My humble request to the Department concerned is to prioritise the maintenance and upkeep of these…

Sir, This is regarding the non-functioning street-lights on the Ring Road – Bogadi junction. Many news items and articles have highlighted this recurring problem, which continues to cause significant hardships for pedestrians and morning walkers. I urge the authorities concerned to address this issue at the earliest. The area also has numerous bars and restaurants…

Sir, After notable locations such as the Clock Tower near Town Hall, Sri Harsha Road, JLB Road from Chamundipuram to Five Lights Circle, and Lalitha Mahal Road near Arch Gate, it is now the turn of Kalidasa Road in Mysuru to fall prey to roadside eateries. Our city’s heritage roads are being ruined one after…

Sir, This is regarding the stray dog menace across the city. I have been informed that the team — PFA — commissioned to round up and sterilise street dogs has ceased operations due to non-payment of dues by MCC. Until recently, I regularly sought their services and they were remarkably prompt in dispatching their team…