Sir, The Department of Stamps and Registration’s online application software, Kaveri 2.0, is technically inferior. Instead of saving time, it wastes time and tests the patience of the common people. I applied for a certified copy of a sale deed on 19.7.2024, and as of 30.7.2024, the status still shows as “allocated to FDA/SDA from…

Let MCC officers go on padayatra to see filthy, crater-like roads Sir, This is to bring to the notice of the civic authorities concerned of the Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) and the elected representatives about the pathetic condition of our once-beautiful city. The biggest factor contributing to this state is the potholes that have plagued…

Sir, The stipulated parking fee displayed at the entry/exit point in the basement of the Sub-Urban Bus Stand is not being adhered to by the parking contractor’s staff. They are charging motorists double the amount displayed, claiming that the chart  is outdated. We hope that the KSRTC authorities concerned will address this issue to ensure…

Sir, At the intersection of 12th Main and 3rd Cross in Saraswathipuram, an electrical wire from a pole passes through a tree branch (as seen in above photo). Whenever the wind blows, sparks fly from the wire. I urge the Chamundeshwari Electricity Supply Corporation (CESC) and Forest Department to trim the tree branch to prevent…

Sir, I see that the Brindavan Gardens’ Disney Land-style plan has resurfaced with a new name. My thoughts on this are well-known, so let me reiterate: India is a land rich in cultural, historical and religious artefacts that inspire awe in visitors and make every Indian proud of this heritage. The Brindavan Gardens hold international…

Sir, I am writing to urgently bring to your attention a critical issue regarding the traffic signal at the Vontikoppal junction on the busy KRS Road and Temple Road. The signal at this major intersection has been non-functional for several days, posing a significant risk of accidents. This junction is particularly busy, and the absence…

Sir, Brindavan Gardens, as the name suggests, was conceived and executed by Sir Mirza Ismail, who had a highly developed aesthetic sense of flower arrangement. The landscape was designed to create a fairyland of exquisite enjoyment. The recent proposal by the Karnataka Cabinet to upgrade the gardens at KRS at a cost of Rs. 2,663…

Sir, There are about 70 residents, including children, adults and elderly people, living in the Pinewood Park apartments, located just behind the Lakshmipuram Police Station on Dr. Ambedkar Road in Chamarajapuram. During recent heavy rains, some branches from the trees on the footpath were broken. Despite our repeated requests, only some of the debris has…

Sir, It was strange to read the article titled “To demolish or not to demolish Devaraja Market and Lansdowne Building — Be wise, Demolish” in Star of Mysore dated July 25 (page-5). I have heard experienced conservation architects talking about this at various symposia and all of them are of the opinion that Devaraja Market…

Sir, We have two very valuable assets in the form of Devaraja Market and Lansdowne building in their dilapidated condition. Lot has been said and discussed about these two ad nauseam. Spending any more money on these two is a futile exercise. Devaraja Market is not able to accommodate the large number of vendors  who…