Dear Shri Mantar Gowda, Reference your call to me this morning. Here is a brief about the Kodava Heritage project at Madikeri: In FY 2003-2004 the Union Ministry of Tourism, GOI, gave…
Sir, As a resident of Teachers Layout, Yaraganahalli, Mysuru, I would like to bring to your attention the negligence of Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) authorities in our area. Two months ago, they…
Sir, I am a senior citizen and a frequent commuter on city buses. I have observed that most bus shelters in Mysuru lack proper lighting, forcing passengers — including women, children and…
Sir, As a private sector employee, I commute daily by bike across Mysuru. Over the years, the city’s traffic density has been steadily increasing. Fortunately, Mysuru has wide roads, which help prevent…
Sir, The proposed Mysuru Modern Bus Terminus at Bannimantap needs to be planned realistically. It shall be designed by approved Architects, Town Planners, Structural Engineers, Project Management Agencies, as per IS Codes,…
Sir, I refer to a few ‘Letters to the Editor’ and the very valid comments in each of them on the proposed new Bus Terminal project at Bannimantap which has not been…
Sir, This is with reference to M.S. Vijayashankar’s letter on Bannimantap Bus Stand design (SOM dated Mar. 3). The proposed design does not suit a bus stand. With many engineering colleges, technical…
Sir, I am writing to express my strong opposition to the proposed construction of a new bus stand at Bannimantap, as it will cause significant inconvenience to the residents and also diminish…
Sir, Appreciate your thought when you said ‘Let not a language tear asunder a united Bharat’ (Abracadabra by K.B. Ganapathy in SOM dated Mar. 4, 2025). But, in the larger context in…
Sir, The introduction of AI-powered traffic cameras in Mysuru and on the Highways leading to the city is undoubtedly a commendable initiative by the authorities. This automated system has significantly contributed to…
Sir, This is not the first time I am writing about the state of our Paramahamsa Road in Yadavagiri. Repeatedly, it has been brought to the notice of the authorities concerned, that,…
Sir, Recently, while walking through the streets of Mysuru, I have noticed a growing amount of plastic waste and other litter. Mysuru, once renowned for its cleanliness, is gradually losing its charm…
Sir, I would like to thank MCC Zone 3 Engineer Akshata for her prompt response to my request to get the vacant site cleaned beside my residence at Dattagalli. Within an hour…
Sir, I am writing to highlight a critical issue that has been causing inconvenience and endangering lives in our area. The problem pertains to 2nd Main, Subhashnagar, near the Old Mysuru-Bengaluru Highway.…
Sir, It’s a common sight these days to see PUC students (11th and 12th Std), who are just 16 years or 17 years old, riding two- wheelers to college and everywhere. It…
Sir, The proposed design of KSRTC’s Bus Stand at Bannimantap, Mysuru, is atrocious. The design, as displayed in the Detailed Project Report, is a bad copy of Mysore Palace, which is a…
Sir, Hebbal Lake, located in Hebbal industrial area, is facing a severe ecological crisis. Over 60% of its surface is now covered by floating plants, primarily water lettuce. This invasive plant forms…
Sir, I am writing to express my concern about an ongoing issue in our city, especially during this season. Each year, as Mysuru enters summer after the fall season, our streets and…
Sir, This refers to the news item titled “KSRTC Bannimantap bus stand work gains pace” in yesterday’s Star of Mysore. Constructing a Rs.129 crore major KSRTC bus terminus on a 24-acre land…
Sir, I have read all the reports you have made on Princess Road renaming issue. I can only request you to continue to support the voices that are fighting to retain the…
Sir, I am writing to express my deep concern regarding the current state of Devaraja Market, a beloved and iconic landmark of Mysuru. As a frequent visitor since 1996, I have witnessed…
Sir, The politicised 21-million dollar United States Agency for International Development (USAID) allocated to India to influence voter turnout has created an impression among the common man that USAID is evil funding…
Sir, Yesterday’s Abracadabra column in Star of Mysore by K.B. Ganapathy (KBG) was frank, fearless and threw new light on newspapers and democracy. ‘Democracy dies in darkness’ is the official slogan of…
Sir, As a concerned citizen and a daily commuter on Bogadi-Manasagangothri Road, I am writing to bring attention to the chaotic and hazardous situation at the signal junction near DMS, AIISH and…
