Sir, Mysuru is a fast growing city in Karnataka next only to Bengaluru. We can see plenty of private residential layouts being developed by promoters in all directions extending upto Bannur in the East, Yelwal in the West, Nanjangud in the South and Srirangapatna in the North. Many villages which were in the outskirts of old Mysuru namely Metagalli, Vontikoppal, Kumbarakoppal, Kukkarahalli, Paduvarahalli, K.G. Koppal, Nachanahalli, Datagalli, Sathagalli etc. have become part and parcel of the city, still retaining their rustic charm amidst modern structures. At this growth rate, it is time to think of future planning covering all aspects such as transport, water supply and other civic amenities, lest our city should suffer the fate of Bengaluru, where everything has reached a saturation point due to lack of proper planning by governments. It is said that Statesmen always think of the next generation, and politicians think of the next election. Unfortunately, we rarely find Statesmen these days and politicians rule the roost, occupying the seats of power with their money and muscle power. It is time for them to think over transport problems that may arise in the next decade due to rapid growth of Mysuru and the corresponding increase in its population. Metro rail system is the only solution to ease the traffic congestion on the roads. The project, if started now, may take at least 10 to 12 years to materialise. It is right time to think over it and act upon with a positive approach by all concerned in the matter.
- V.R. Srinivasa Murthy, Brindavan Extension, 8.5.2018
