Sir, For the past one-and-a-half-months, we, the residents of 5th, 6th, and 7th Blocks in Shakthinagar, Mysuru, have been enduring the unbearable stench from an overflowing UGD pipe, which has also clogged the rainwater drain. Despite our repeated complaints to the Mysuru City Corporation (MCC), no action has been taken. Our latest complaint number is…

Sir, I live on 5th Main Road, V.V. Mohalla. Of late, I have been observing that several owners of independent houses, as also apartments, have been encroaching the areas outside their compounds and either landscaping the area or paving the area in such a manner that it becomes impossible to utilise those spaces to park…

Sir, The wheeled traffic between Mysuru and Nanjangud on NH 766 is consistently heavy. About a kilometre before Nanjangud, the road splits: The main route continues to Gundlupet, while a left deviation leads to Chamarajanagar. Vehicles heading to Chamarajanagar inevitably encounter a Railway crossing near Apollo Circle, in front of BDO Office. To alleviate congestion at…

Sir, Recently, there has been a troubling increase in motorists flouting basic lane discipline, often driving on the wrong side of the road. This not only obstructs the free flow of traffic but also poses a significant risk of accidents. Such violations are particularly evident right in front of the V.V. Puram Police Stations (Law…

Sir, The area near Sarkari Balakara Mandira in Vijayanagar4th Stage, 2nd Phase, has become a dumping ground for passersby, who discard garbage on the roadside, particularly under the cover of darkness due to the lack of proper street lighting. This negligence is causing significant inconvenience to nearby residents. Stray dogs scatter the garbage throughout the…

Sir, Traffic was blocked for vehicles heading towards the Nandi Statue atop Chamundi Hill during Dasara. This decision disrupted the flow of both uphill and downhill traffic. While the multi-storeyed parking facility on Chamundi Hill offers ample parking space, the bottleneck at the entry and exit points remains chaotic. Authorities are urged to address this…

Sir,  I am a daily commuter on the Mysuru City Transport buses. I wish to bring to your attention that several bus services, halted five years ago due to COVID-19 pandemic, have still not resumed. The discontinued services include: • 10A (Kuvempunagar Depot): J.P. Nagar Last Bus Stop to L&T, via Chamundipuram, Ramaswamy Circle, Dasappa…

Sir, Parthenium growth has overtaken nearly all vacant areas and roadside stretches in Treasury Layout, Bogadi 2nd Stage, and nearby areas, posing serious health risks. This invasive weed triggers skin issues, allergic rhinitis, cough and cold, particularly affecting children and seniors. Vacant plots now resemble parthenium gardens, with the Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) showing prolonged…

Sir, This is to bring to your attention a serious issue concerning a large pothole on Kalidasa Road, which poses a significant risk to pedestrians, motorists and the surrounding infrastructure (see pic). This pothole has exposed utility lines, and the surrounding road surface has deteriorated significantly, which could potentially lead to accidents or further damage…

Sir, I am writing to bring to your attention a critical issue regarding a drainage leak on 1st Cross, Umar Khayam Road, near the landmark: Deaf and Dumb School, Tilak Nagar. The drainage system on this street has been leaking for the past many days, resulting in flooding, road damage and potential hazards for both…