May 23, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India (ANI): Bengaluru’s infrastructure problems have been addressed by the government with a five-point plan, according to Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar. He added, “The government was ordered by the court to remove the encroachment of ‘Rajakaluve’.”Of the 182 lakes, 116 require an encroachment survey, according to the Deputy CM.
“Drinking water, patching potholes, expanding the property tax net, collecting property taxes, and removing Rajakaluve encroachment are all included in the five-point plan (water resources including canals or other water bodies and lakes).” On Thursday, Shivakumar told reporters, “The Chief Minister and I visited many parts of Bengaluru to inspect infrastructure works and flood prevention works.”
“To debate remedies for Bengaluru’s civic concerns, officials convened. The city’s broken drinking water systems must all be fixed, and quality testing must be done, according to orders given to the BBMP. The test reports must be sent by the BBMP to the BWSSB as well,” he stated.
The authorities has located 2,626 encroachments in accordance with the instructions. By 2022–2023, 556 encroachments had been removed. In addition to the previous encroachments, 1,136 new ones have been found. He stated, “The BMTF has been directed to remove these encroachments.
“BBMP must map the attributes that are intruding and take the appropriate action to remove them. The BWSSB has been tasked with replenishing lakes with purified water. These actions are being done in order to replenish groundwater and enhance Bengaluru’s water supply,” he stated.
“Bengali has more than 5,000 potholes, according to the Chief Minister. Within the next fifteen days, the BBMP has been directed to patch all of the potholes. Soon, an app will be available that will allow users to report potholes to the government by submitting a picture of the problem along with the location,” he continued.
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has unveiled a ‘5-Point Programme’ aimed at revamping Bengaluru’s infrastructure and addressing the city’s growing urban challenges. The initiative focuses on road development, drainage systems, waste management, traffic decongestion, and public transport improvements.
Key Aspects of the 5-Point Programme
- Road Infrastructure Enhancement
- Major roads, flyovers, and underpasses will be upgraded and repaired to ease traffic congestion.
- Pothole-free roads with better drainage systems will be ensured.
- Stormwater Drainage & Flood Control
- Restoration of stormwater drains (SWDs) to prevent flooding during heavy rains.
- Removal of encroachments on SWDs to allow smooth water flow.
- Solid Waste Management
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- Implementation of scientific waste disposal methods and better waste segregation.
- Strengthening Bengaluru’s garbage collection and recycling systems.
- Traffic Decongestion & Mobility Solutions
- Expansion of metro rail and improvement in public transport facilities.
- Development of satellite townships to reduce urban congestion.
- Beautification & Green Spaces
- Focus on lake rejuvenation, tree planting, and public parks to improve air quality.
- Development of pedestrian-friendly zones and open recreational spaces.
Impact on Bengaluru’s Urban Development
The 5-Point Programme aims to transform Bengaluru into a modern, sustainable, and efficient city by addressing infrastructure gaps and improving quality of life for residents. With rapid urbanization, these measures are expected to bring long-term improvements to traffic, public utilities, and environmental sustainability.
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