Sir, It is both shocking and alarming to learn from reliable sources that our State Government has failed to renew the Annual Maintenance Contract (AMC) for traffic signals in and around Mysuru. As a result, many traffic signals have become non-functional. With Dasara fast approaching, it’s hard to imagine the chaos these defunct signals will…

Sir, This is to highlight the deplorable condition of footpaths in the City of Palaces, a destination that attracts countless tourists. Many footpaths are either occupied by vendors — a problem not unique to Mysuru — or pose serious safety hazards due to uneven slabs or missing covers over the drains underneath (as seen in…

Sir, Recently, the Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) replaced a misleading direction board near St. Joseph’s School, at the junction of Temple Road and Hunsur Road. Unfortunately, the new board is just as misleading! The board indicates that going straight leads to Bilikere and Hunsur, while a right turn is marked as leading to Madikeri, K.R….

Sir, The situation near Ideal Jawa Rotary School on Krishna Vilas Road has become both bizarre and alarming, with eight to ten stray dogs frequently roaming the area, posing a serious threat to children and the general public. This stretch is extremely busy, with constant foot traffic and a nearby private hospital. These stray dogs,…

Sir, Pigeons are no longer symbols of peace and love. Due to their prolific breeding, the damage they cause to monuments and statues with their droppings, their tendency to out-compete other birds and the respiratory problems their droppings can cause, many cities around the world are discouraging people from feeding them. In Mysuru, local authorities…

Sir, When only two flights operate from the Mysore Airport, it’s no surprise that air traffic is declining significantly. Especially when those two flights are to Hyderabad and Chennai — cities well-served by multiple trains running almost every day. The Government must resume flights to smaller cities, where passengers can easily take connecting flights to…

Sir, Many complaints are pouring in from readers regarding non-functional traffic signal lights at several junctions in Mysuru city, likely due to technical or other issues. These issues must be addressed immediately, as they cause confusion and panic among road users. Uniformed Policemen are also conducting vehicle checks on Temple Road, near V.V. Puram Police…

Sir, It’s widely known that the electricity bills from Chamundeshwari Electricity Supply Corporation (CESC) and the water bills from Vani Vilas Water Works (VVWW) are fragile, with the ink fading in just 2-3 days. These bills, which are crucial for proving a citizen’s residential address, are often required by government agencies like the Passport Office…

Sir, The recent revelations of large-scale irregularities within the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) are alarming, yet sadly, not entirely surprising. The ongoing investigations have highlighted how a lack of transparency can allow corruption to flourish unchecked. This situation serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for reform within MUDA’s operations. Over two…

Sir, The Karnataka State Audit and Accounts Department (KSA&A Department) conducted an audit of MUDA on Aug. 23, 2024 and so promptly, within a week, detected misappropriation of Rs. 9,41,46,048, in the fiscal year 2022-23. Indeed, KSA&A Department’s official website logo bears the words in capital letters: “WITHOUT FEAR OR FAVOUR”, although that may be…