Sir, The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) lays down standards and guidelines relating to food safety and provides the framework for their enforcement. The Food Safety and Drug Administration, Government of Karnataka, is commendably undertaking inspections of hotels and restaurants to ensure compliance with food-safety and hygiene requirements. Such vigilance is welcome…
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When ‘Mysuru rates’ no longer fly at RTO!
September 9, 2026Sir, If you run a commercial fleet, you are intimately familiar with the mandatory ‘extra grease’ at the local RTO. As a community, we made a cynical peace with this reality. We accepted that official fees were merely suggestions and the real cost of getting a National Permit involved a predictable local ‘facilitation fee.’ It…
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Chamundi Hill Temple needs regular upkeep
September 8, 2026Sir, The historic Chamundeshwari Temple atop Chamundi Hill is one of Mysuru’s most revered landmarks and attracts thousands of devotees, especially during the Dasara season and festivals. It is disappointing to notice weeds and unwanted vegetation growing on the Temple Gopuram. With Dasara approaching, the authorities concerned should take immediate initiative to remove the weeds…
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No space to walk
September 7, 2026Shrinking road space in residential-area arterial and sub-arterial roads Sir, We welcome the recent drives by Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) Commissioner M.K. Savitha to clear footpaths of vendors, encroachments and parked cars. But another major issue is the encroachment of road space by residents, either owners or tenants, who occupy it illegally for their own…
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Protect and maintain Ashokapuram Park
September 6, 2026Sir, I wish to draw attention to the cleanliness and maintenance of the park in Ashokapuram, Mysuru. Although the trees, plants and lawns are well-maintained, the park is being misused and its cleanliness is deteriorating. Pet owners bring their dogs into the park and the dogs often urinate and defecate near the benches where people…
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Road hump needed near Vijayanagar Water Tank
September 5, 2026Sir, Many readers have already written about the urgent need to erect a road hump in front of Sapthagiri Glass Shop, near Vijayanagar Water Tank. Crossing this stretch of road has become a nightmare for motorists and pedestrians alike, given the increasing volume of traffic. The situation is particularly difficult for vehicles travelling from Vijayanagar…
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Dangerous, chaotic junction at Nazarbad
September 4, 2026Sir, A prominent traffic junction in front of the Fortune JP Palace Hotel in Nazarbad has turned into a dangerous bottleneck, highlighting the lack of proper civic maintenance. Police barricades have been placed here for a long time to divide the lanes. However, a large pothole has now opened up right in front of the…
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Fee will ward off bird-watchers
September 3, 2026Lingambudhi Lake frequented by bird-watchers & photographers too Sir, This is in reference to the letter titled ‘Keep Lingambudhi Lake free for walkers’ written by Ravindraa and published in Star of Mysore dated Aug. 29. I would like to add a few more points: Lingambudhi Lake is not only for walkers, but also for regular…
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Levy entry fee at Lingambudhi Lake
September 2, 2026Sir, Apropos the news item titled ‘Pay to walk at Lingambudhi Lake’ in Star of Mysore dated Aug. 27, I am writing to express my complete support for the Forest Department’s proposal to levy an entry fee for visitors accessing the Lingambudhi Tree Park and Lake. I am of the view that entry fees should…
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Dialogue matters & serves the city
September 1, 2026It is reassuring when constructive criticism leads to positive action and officials entrusted with governing our city receive it in the spirit with which it is intended. When a local newspaper or a credible media draws attention to an issue and the administration responds, the real winner is neither the newspaper nor the Government but…
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