In his first on-ground inspection since taking on, BBMP Chief Commissioner Maheshwar Rao has directed officers to overtake footpaths in central Bengaluru, stressing the necessity to make town extra walkable and pedestrian-friendly.
BBMP chief commissioner Maheshwar Rao inspected footpaths round Majestic space in Bengaluru.
Rao, who walked a 2.5-km stretch overlaying Gubbi Thotadappa Street, Dhanwantri Street, Tank Bund Street, and the world across the Kempegowda Bus Stand (Majestic), issued strict directions to construct and keep secure, obstruction-free footpaths. “Pedestrians must be prioritised in Bengaluru. Footpaths should be designed to ensure smooth and safe movement,” he mentioned through the go to.
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Rao directs officers to repair the footpaths instantly
Noting a number of points within the space, Rao referred to as for fast restore of damaged kerb stones and broken slabs. He additionally directed the set up of bollards at crucial junctions to forestall car encroachment. Sewer leaks from ducts alongside footpaths have been flagged for pressing consideration, and the native authorities have been requested to take corrective motion.
Whereas acknowledging the presence of public bogs, Rao expressed concern over the continued public urination on footpaths, significantly close to Majestic. He instructed officers to step up cleanliness drives and implement measures to curb the problem.
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Road distributors within the neighborhood have been additionally below the scanner. Rao mentioned these with legitimate id playing cards can proceed their commerce, however they have to not impede pedestrian motion or litter public areas. Encroachments by unauthorised distributors could be cleared, he added.
To make sure accountability, the commissioner directed ward engineers to survey footpaths below their jurisdiction and compile studies on encroachments, damaged slabs, and different points. Zonal Joint Commissioners have been requested to make shock visits to confirm the restore work.