Monthly meeting of Mysore Grahakara Parishat held Mysuru: Complaints mostly related to the Transport Department were raised at the monthly meeting of the Mysore Grahakara Parishat (MGP), held at its office on Vivekananda Road in Yadavagiri on Sunday. Issues such as the illegal movement of sandalwood and ganja (marijuana) in Kerala-registered autos, drunken driving, environmental…
Mysuru: The Chamundeshwari Electricity Supply Corporation (CESC) has announced an ambitious plan to install underground power cables in all localities within the Outer Ring Road over the next three years. The project, estimated at Rs. 600 crore, has received administrative approval from both the Central and State Governments. CESC Superintending Engineer Sunil Kumar announced this…
Mysuru: One of the five guarantees by the State government was to give 200 free units per month to each household. While everyone loves free gifts, no one thinks of the consequences. While Gruha Jyothi was announced for all (using less than 200 units per month), some have failed to get for reasons they think…
Mysuru: The Mysore Grahakara Parishat (MGP), a prominent consumer advocacy group, has raised concerns over the revised time-table of Train No. 12785 Kacheguda–Mysuru Express, effective Jan. 1, 2025. The MGP has urged South Western Railway (SWR) to restore the train’s original schedule, citing severe inconvenience to passengers. The Kacheguda–Mysuru Express, a vital link between Mysuru…
Mysuru: Members of Mysore Grahakara Parishat (MGP) gathered at Kukkarahalli Lake early this morning to collect signatures in support of banning the feeding of stray dogs and pigeons in the Lake premises. Starting at 6.30 am, the initiative garnered around 300 signatures, with only a small number of individuals (6 to 8) opposing the ban….
Mysuru: The Members of Mysore Grahakara Parishat (MGP) have expressed deep disappointment that both State and Central Government Departments are not showing sufficient interest in celebrating “World Consumer Rights Day.” The day highlights the significance of consumer awareness and empowerment. The meeting held at MGP Office in city on Sunday discussed this year’s theme, “Every…
Mysuru: The theme of World Consumer Rights Day-2025 is “A just transition to sustainable lifestyles” along with “Greater protection and empowerment for consumers.” For Mysureans, the latter theme is urgent considering the near absence of Consumer Movement. One telling example is the complete absence of any celebration of National Consumer Day last year on Dec….
Mysuru: An awareness programme was held to mark National Consumer Day, organised by Seshadripuram Degree College in collaboration with its NSS and NCC units, along with Mysore Grahakara Parishat (MGP), at the Dasara Exhibition Grounds on Dec. 24. MGP Founder President Bhamy V. Shenoy, the chief guest, highlighted various ways in which consumers are misled…
By Bhamy V. Shenoy, Founding President, Mysore Grahakara Parishat (MGP) We often read about interesting judgements from District, State and National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commissions against banks, insurance companies, real estate firms and online shopping platforms. These judgements create the impression of a vibrant consumer movement at both National and State levels. However, the reality…
At MGP meeting, MCC Zonal Commissioners mention disrespectful behaviour by some residents Mysuru: While attempting to raise awareness about e-Swathu through a door-to-door campaign, residents often shut their doors on staff, lamented Anand, Commissioner of Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) Zonal Office 8 and Mahesh Kumar Jigani, Commissioner of MCC Zone Office 4. At the monthly…
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