Sir, As responsible citizens of Mysuru, we can support the Mysuru City Traffic Police by reporting traffic rule violations. Photos and videos of violations can be uploaded to their active WhatsApp number:…
Sir, This refers to the news item ‘Yuva Brigade leads Kapila River cleaning drive’ (Star of Mysore dated Dec. 9). My salute to these young volunteers for their commendable work in cleaning…
Sir, If you’re travelling to Brindavan Gardens via KRS Road, you cannot overlook the unsightly garbage pile-up just past the railway crossing near the Brigade Symphony Apartment. This disheartening scene stands in…
Sir, In a concerning continuation of previous trends, India recorded over 4.80 lakh road accidents in 2023, resulting in over 1.72 lakh fatalities — the highest number of road accident deaths globally.…
Sir, I am deeply saddened to note the passing of Prof. V.K. Nataraj (VKN) in the city on Dec. 9. During 1961-62, I had the privilege of sharing a room with him…
Sir, In a significant order, the Supreme Court of India on 10.12.2024 allowed the contempt petitions filed by Chaduranga Kanthraj Urs and other members of the Mysore Royal Family against the Chief…
Sir, I am writing to express my deep concern about the worsening traffic chaos at Akashvani Circle in Yadavagiri. This area has become a major bottleneck, causing significant inconvenience and posing serious…
Sir, I recall my friend Prof. V.K. Nataraj, who passed away in city on Dec. 9, as a real distinguished scholar in his subject Economics. He later became the Director of Madras…
Sir, This is with reference to the letter titled ‘Curb Wrong-Side Driving in Saraswathipuram’ (Star of Mysore dated Nov. 21). Unfortunately, such behaviour is not limited to any one locality or city.…
Sir, This refers to the recent news item titled “New KSRTC Bus Stand to come up at Bannimantap.” Instead of constructing a new bus stand at Bannimantap, KSRTC authorities could consider utilising…
Sir, The once beautiful green area of Koorgalli, Mysuru, is being gobbled up by immense amount of garbage thrown in the area. This green patch of land next to Excel Public School…
Sir, A few days ago, a reader highlighted in this column that vehicles were frequently using the wrong side of Sahukar Chennaiah Road, Saraswathipuram. Unfortunately, it seems the Traffic Police have taken…
Sir, There is an urgent need to install scientific road humps/speed-breakers on KRS Road, particularly in front of Coastal Garden Restaurant and Brigade Symphony Apartment. This road serves as a primary route…
Sir, The Saraswathipuram Swimming Pool has recently earned the unfortunate distinction of being the most poorly maintained facility in our community, compounded by the unprofessional behaviour of its lifeguards. Firstly, the pool…
Sir, This refers to the recent news about the proposal to relocate the Sub-Urban Bus Stand to Bannimantap. I would like to share my views, along with a letter I wrote in…
Sir, This refers to KBG’s Abracadabra column titled “Second coming of Donald Trump — He Promises to Make America Great Again. Will Narendra Modi Make India Great Again?” published in Star of…
Sir, The crisis-ridden Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) has decided to transfer all allied services related to property and land to the jurisdictional Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) such as the Mysuru City…
Sir, Of late, many concerned citizens of Mysuru have been expressing their anguish over the growing menace of stray animals in the city. We often encounter stray horses, cattle, dogs and pigs…
Sir, In recent times, the Traffic Police have implemented several measures to control vehicle speeds on so-called ‘access-controlled’ Mysuru-Bengaluru Highway. Challans are being issued not only for overspeeding but also for violations…
Sir, This refers to the letter titled “Instead of Golden Chariot, why not a Golden Tower for Goddess Chamundeshwari at Hill Temple?” in Star of Mysore dated Nov. 26 by K.B. Ganapathy.…
Sir, I would like to draw attention to a serious issue near the Kuvempunagar bus stand, where a damaged underground cable cover (similar to a cable junction box) dangerously protruding and lying…
Sir, The two bus shelters located next to Yadavagiri Post Office as well as opposite one near Mysuru Akashvani lacks lighting facility. Many offices, hospitals, factories and other institutions are located in…
Sir, Right behind St. Philomena’s College in Bannimantap, a speed-breaker was installed at the crossing following a series of tragic accidents. Over the last 40 years, this blind spot has claimed dozens…
Sir, The junction of Ring Road and Ooty Road near the APMC Yard urgently requires an overpass, ideally a cloverleaf junction, to address the escalating traffic congestion at this critical point. For…
