Karnataka's Tunnel Vision: Bengaluru on the Brink of Transformation

In a significant urban development move, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar announced plans for a transformative tunnel road project in Bengaluru. Speaking at a press conference, Shivakumar revealed that tenders for the project would be invited soon, highlighting the government's commitment to tackling the city's infrastructure challenges.

Deliberations took place at a cabinet meeting and involved police officials, focusing on the initial phase of constructing a single tunnel road while ensuring the project respects the heritage and security concerns surrounding the Vidhana Soudha area. Meanwhile, ongoing work on a 114-km elevated corridor aims to bolster connectivity, particularly from Minister KJ George's constituency to Kempegowda International Airport.

On a cultural note, Shivakumar announced the launch of a grand Cauvery Aarti within 100 days. The event, aiming to be a source of regional pride, will involve Rs 90 crore in funding and feature unity-themed devotional songs. Further urban reforms include the operationalization of the Greater Bengaluru Authority, addressing issues such as waterlogging and encroachments, and the digitization of property records through the e-Khata system.

(With inputs from agencies.)