Sir, Kukkarahalli Lake is a beautiful ecosystem located in the heart of Mysuru city. It is home to a rich variety of species, including birds, insects, bats, reptiles, squirrels, crows and even some small wild cats. Occasionally, pigs manage to dig under the fence and enter the Lake premises and hundreds of stray dogs are…

Sir, With reference to the report titled ‘Need better comfort, access at City Railway Station’ published in Star of Mysore dated 1.9.2025, it is clarified that there is no policy as such in place that restricts the entry of app-based cabs and autorickshaws from picking up or dropping off passengers at Mysuru City Railway Station….

Sir, I am a resident of Yadavagiri and would like to draw attention to the poor condition of an arterial road — Paramahamsa Road, Yadavagiri. This crucial stretch connects KRS Road to Bamboo Bazaar and beyond. Currently, the road is riddled with large potholes in at least four sections of the carriageway (see photo). The…

Sir, It is heartening to see numerous volunteers and organisations putting in genuine efforts to clean the Chamundi Hill steps and surroundings. Their commitment to protecting the environment is truly admirable. However, it is disheartening to observe that within days, the Hill is once again strewn with litter. These recurring clean-up drives lose their value…

Sir, We bring to your attention the grave situation facing the Government Urdu Higher Primary School in Jyothinagar, Mysuru. This institution once stood as a beacon of education for children from Ghousianagar, Shanthinagar, K.N. Pura, Udayagiri and Jyothinagar — including children of Police Officers, KEB engineers, businessmen, teachers and daily wage workers. Over decades, this…

Sir, I am writing to formally request immediate road safety measures on Nelson Mandela Road in Bannimantap, where the absence of proper traffic control mechanisms has made it extremely hazardous for pedestrians to cross the road. Due to increasing vehicular speed and a lack of regulated crossing points, the area has witnessed numerous near-misses and…

Sir, I am a degree student and a daily commuter on the city transport buses. I wait at the Goblimara Bus Stop for my bus. However, buses coming from Gurur that are already full do not stop at Goblimara. Every day, we face a severe shortage of buses between 8.30 am and 9.30 am. Students…

Sir, In recent years, residents of J.P. Nagar in Mysuru have been grappling with a growing and uncontrolled rise in the population of stray dogs. What once may have seemed like a minor nuisance has now escalated into a serious community problem affecting the safety, health and peace of mind of the residents. Street dogs…

Sir, I am writing to express my deep disappointment regarding a policy that disallows app-based cabs and autorickshaws from entering the front and back gates of the Mysuru City Railway Station for passenger pick-up. This regulation has created immense hardship for travellers, especially senior citizens, people with mobility challenges and families with young children. Expecting…