Sir, I would like to express my dissatisfaction with the recent experiences my spouse and I had to undergo, while traveling to and from Mysuru to Trichur by Airavat night service operated by KSRTC. Unfortunately, both journeys were marred by significant discomfort, particularly during our trip from Mysuru to Trichur. During our outbound journey, although…

Sir, This refers to a reader requesting for hand railings for Chamundi Hill steps recently. In keeping with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), I would request the installation of bamboo hand railings for the steps. It may be mentioned, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari had suggested bamboo crash barriers for National Highways; so why can’t same…

Sir, This is with reference to my letter titled “Non-disposal of garbage on Devaparthiva Road” in SOM dated Mar.13. I appreciate the speedy response by the MCC authorities in disposing the garbage. But however the premises of the house is not cleaned yet. Hence I request the authorities to inform the owner of the house…

Sir, This is with reference to the news item “Siddartha Traffic Police install reflectors” (SOM dated Mar. 15) for preventing accidents during night hours and enabling smooth traffic flow. I was  shocked to see the photo of Policemen – the protectors of public property – posing with smiles while hammering nails to a tree and…

Sir, While commuting I observed that a huge concrete median block is slightly shifted to the road near St. Joseph’s School signal opposite KSOU since months. It can cause major accidents if hit by speeding vehicles coming from B.M. Hospital side. Also, the traffic signal near Kalamandira junction is supported by a cement block. Our…

Sir, Since a couple of months, Traffic Police are checking the motorists to apprehend them  for drunken driving opposite Mandovi Motors, towards city side, on KRS Road. Traffic Police have put the barricades on the wrong side of  KRS Road, targeting motorists heading towards Mysuru city,   to check for drunken driving. This strategic flaw significantly…

Sir, Out of 210 million litres of water that Mysuru city is getting, it is reported that a whopping 90 million litres are wasted which amounts to nearly 45 percent indicating something  seriously wrong in water management of the system (’90 million litres of water wasted every day in city’ SOM dated Mar.15, 2024). No…

Sir, March 9, 2024, marked a sombre day for us Mysureans upon learning of the passing away of Vasu, former MLA of Chamaraja Constituency and Founder-Chairman of Vidya Vikas Educational Trust (VVET). It was difficult to comprehend that a health-conscious individual, who favoured walking over vehicular transport and was known for his fitness regimen, met…

Sir, Since the last two months I was complaining to the Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) authorities regarding the damaged road causing hardship to commuters in Saraswathipuram but of no use. Recently I requested the new MCC Commissioner Dr. Madhu through a message highlighting the problem. Within 12 hours, she ensured that the road is retained…

Sir, Bhamy V. Shenoy has provided a commendation of Vasu’s invaluable service to Mysuru and I have nothing more to add to it (SOM dated Mar. 10). As an individual, Vasu emanated an air of genteelness, never appearing rushed and always willing to lend an ear. During my morning walks in Manasagangothri, I encountered him…