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BJP leader urges clearance of encroachments on Mysuru-Mandya road
Mysuru: BJP leader T R Sathish Kumar has urged officials from four government departments to clear encroachments along the Mysuru-Mandya road, citing danger to road users and citizens. He raised the issue…
Mysuru: BJP leader T R Sathish Kumar has urged officials from four government departments to clear encroachments along the Mysuru-Mandya road, citing danger to road users and citizens. He raised the issue with the Town Panchayat, Public Works Department, Zilla Panchayat and Police Department, demanding immediate action to remove illegal structures that have narrowed the road.
The road is a key connector between Mysuru and Mandya, carrying heavy traffic daily. Kumar said the encroachments have created bottlenecks and safety hazards, especially at junctions and curves. He called for a coordinated drive by all departments to restore the road to its original width.
The town panchayat has acknowledged the complaint. Officials said a survey of encroachments along the stretch will be conducted before any removal operation begins.
Indian Opinion Analysis
Encroachments on state highways are a persistent problem across Karnataka, often left unaddressed until an election or a fatal accident forces action. The Mysuru-Mandya road carries high-volume traffic between the two cities and is part of a key corridor to Bengaluru. Local bodies such as the Town Panchayat have the power to issue removal notices under the Karnataka Municipalities Act, but enforcement is usually weak without political backing. The next step will be whether the district administration sets a deadline for clearance or the matter escalates to the Karnataka High Court through a public interest litigation.
Source: deccanherald.com
This brief was synthesised by AI from the source linked above.
