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Minister Krishna Byre Gowda fields civic questions in The Hindu chat
Greater Bengaluru Development Minister Krishna Byre Gowda on August 13, 2026, answered reader questions at a #THTalksBengaluru event held by The Hindu. He spoke about special drives to clear footpaths, garbage and…
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Greater Bengaluru Development Minister Krishna Byre Gowda on August 13, 2026, answered reader questions at a #THTalksBengaluru event held by The Hindu. He spoke about special drives to clear footpaths, garbage and abandoned vehicles, which have drawn mixed reactions. The minister addressed the garbage menace, delayed civic polls, and the Greater Bengaluru Authority’s plans for roads and infrastructure. The interaction comes amid heightened civic action on the ground.
The Indian Opinion
The minister’s drives have drawn both applause and brickbats, but neither side should overstate. Hyperbole about a 'clean Bengaluru' ignores chronic issues like waste processing, while blanket dismissal forgets visible results on some footpaths. The real test will be whether the promised civic polls happen on time and if the GBA can match its road repair targets this financial year.
Source: thehindu.com
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