Sir, “Swachh Mysuru” appears to be only a slogan. The footpath from Kukkarahalli Lake towards Kalamandira has virtually turned into a stable for horse owners and is in a complete mess. Walkers and joggers using this stretch have to be extremely cautious, as the presence of horses poses a risk and the footpath is strewn…

Sir, I recently witnessed Mysuru City Police crushing unauthorised motorcycle silencers directly on the road. While the enforcement action against illegal modifications is welcome, the manner in which it is being carried out raises concerns. Crushing metal objects on public roads can damage the road surface, which is ultimately public property. Authorities could instead shift…

Sir, Mysuru, a city long known for its planned layouts and civic discipline, is now grappling with a growing parking crisis that can no longer be ignored. Across several neighbourhoods, a clear pattern has emerged. The number of private four-wheelers has increased significantly, but many homeowners have made little or no provision to park these…

Sir, I am writing to draw urgent attention to a serious public safety hazard in our residential area of Dattagalli, Mysuru. About a month ago, a Government contractor dug a deep excavation pit directly in front of the main gate of our house, reportedly for laying underground power cables. Despite objections raised at the time,…

Sir, We, the residents of Srirampura 2nd Stage, BEML Nagar, raise serious concerns over the deteriorating condition of Kotivruksha Park, which has been left unattended by the Mysuru City Corporation (MCC). Due to a lack of watering and proper maintenance, the once-green park has turned into a stretch of dried plants and withered trees. With…

Sir, The recent launch of the roadside tree survey titled Mysuru Tree Audit 2025-26 (Project ‘Nam Mara’ – My Tree) in collaboration with the Bherunda Foundation is a landmark step for Mysuru’s green heritage. However, the data collected should not be kept solely for records. Many of our heritage trees are currently being suffocated by…

630 concerned citizens launch signature campaign Sir, Hebbal Lake has long served as a green lung for thousands of residents, offering space for walking, exercise and relaxation. Maintained by Infosys Foundation since 2018, the Lake has been widely appreciated for its upkeep. However, the Foundation is set to hand over maintenance to Mysuru City Corporation…

Sir, If you are travelling to Brindavan Gardens via KRS Road, you cannot overlook the unsightly garbage pile-up just past the railway crossing near Brigade Symphony Apartment. This disheartening scene stands in stark contrast to Mysuru’s aspiration of being one of the cleanest cities in India. Passers-by, whether on two-wheelers or in cars, routinely toss…

Sir, I write to sincerely thank Star of Mysore for publishing my ‘Open letter to the City Police Commissioner Seema Latkar’ on Feb. 10 with such prominence and responsibility. The manner in which it was carried truly demonstrated what I would call the “SOM effect” — when a citizen’s voice is amplified with credibility and…

Sir, A few weeks ago I had raised concerns and suggested for certain traffic improvements. While road humps are laid and traffic signal lights installed near Vidyavardhaka College of Engineering (VVCE) on Sahitya Bhavan Road, the hump suggested in front of Saptagiri Glass Shop is not attended to yet.  This is the major issue and…