Chikkabellandur Lake is filled with Stone - MUD and waste!

•  Lake encroachment under Mullur Gram Panchayat
• The fence around BBMP was removed
• Trespassing in front of eyes, officials who do not take action

Soil for 8 acres of Chikkabellandur Lake; BBMP did not take action despite complaints

Chikkabellandur Lake is filled with STONE - MUD and WASTE!

Kere Manjunath ಕೆರೆ ಮಂಜುನಾಥ್

BENGALURU: 8 acres of Chikkabellandur lake is being covered with building waste and medical waste as the development work has been abandoned as the lake area of that part does not come under the purview of BBMP.

 Chikkabellandur lake under Mahadevpur zone has been kept under development list by BBMP and fenced. But that fence is also being removed, and the lake is being destroyed by filling it with stones and soil.

 The lake area under Mullur Gram Panchayat is almost encroached. Despite the encroachment in the last few months, neither the BBMP nor the Mullur Gram Panchayat authorities are taking any action. BBMP Chief Commissioner Tushar Girinath and Special Commissioner of Lakes Division Priti Gellot have written complaints but no action has been taken even after weeks.

 Chikkabellandur lake has a total area of 75 acres 21 gunte. In this Chikkabellandur village survey no. 9 out of 67 acres 14 gunte, Mullur village survey no. 63 has 8 acres and 7 guns. BBMP has taken up this lake for development. The entire area was also fenced. However, in the lake area under Mullur village panchayat, the fence has been removed and waste, stones and soil are being filled.

Even where there is water in the lake area, rocks and soil have been filled up to a height of about 15 feet. Day and night soil filling is being done. No official is hovering here. The inlet and outlet area of the lake is also filled with soil. Locals expressed concern that if left like this, the lake will be completely destroyed.

 'By removing the fence, medical waste, stones and mud are accumulating in the lake. As of now, there is water in the area of four acres, but it has been closed systematically. When questioned, they say each other's name and run away. Resident Rajendranath informed that vehicles often come and dump garbage at night.

 According to the survey records of the revenue department in 2015, Chikkabellandur Lake has encroached 3 acres and 18 tons. It has not been cleared till now. Even though more acres are being encroached now, the officials of the departments including the Revenue Department are not moving. Locals demanded that senior officials of the government should pay attention to this matter immediately.

 Develop overall Lake... FOL

 Construction waste is being dumped into Chikkabellandur lake. Leveling is being done by filling with stones and soil. The lake is being encroached on because BBMP is silent that 8 acres out of 75 acres does not belong to me. If a lake is taken up for development, it should be fully worked on. A part that does not come means that it allows the occupier. Thus BBMP should be developed overall. Ramprasad of Friends of Lakes demanded that all encroachments should be re-surveyed and cleared.

 Notice for review: BBMP

 Chikkabellandur lake development work has to be started. are initial works. A complaint has been received about lake encroachment. Local Executive Engineer has been instructed to check it and take action. Regarding the development of the lake under the jurisdiction of the Gram Panchayat, action will be taken as per the orders of the senior officials, said Vijayakumar Haridas, Chief Engineer of the BBMP Lakes Department.

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ಚಿಕ್ಕಬೆಳ್ಳಂದೂರು ಕೆರೆಗೆ ಕಲ್ಲು–ಮಣ್ಣು, ತ್ಯಾಜ್ಯ ತುಂಬಿ ಕಬಳಿಕೆ!

Lakkasandra Skywalk: A place of waste, alcohol consumption, robbery

 Lakkasandra Skywalk: Difficulty for students, patients, elderly

 Lakkasandra Skywalk: A place of waste, alcohol consumption, robbery

Kere Manjunath ಕೆರೆ ಮಂಜುನಾಥ್

 Bengaluru: Stairs full of mud and rust, spitting at the beginning, dirt of waste, elevator door not opening on the ground floor, lift space on the upper floor which is a place to consume alcohol, fear of thieves at night...

 This is a picture of the skywalk near Lakkasandra... This skywalk is the only way for the residents of Lakkasandra, Bangalore Institute of Dental Sciences, Nimhans, students going to Christ College, patients, elderly people to cross the road. Here is the plight of people who inevitably have to resort to this, which is a place of chaos.

 This skywalk near Lakkasandra has been under construction for a few years. The lift/elevator has not been operational since then. Thus, the elevator is a place of waste and consumption of alcohol. All kinds of rubbish are stuffed inside the lift. It stinks every day.

 At the starting point of the skywalk, all kinds of waste, including spit, are being dumped. It also covers the stairs. Therefore, people are having a problem to step on the stairs. These steps get clean only when it rains heavily. Otherwise, the soil is filled with waste, the locals say.

 As darkness falls, Lakkasandra's skywalk becomes a haven for smugglers. As there is no lighting system, there is a group of people drinking and smoking here. Citizens who dare to climb the skywalk are threatened and extorted. Ranjan, a local resident, said that there have been cases of extortion of many kinds of things including mobiles, purses and chains.

 Adventure of crossing the divider:

 Due to the poor condition of the skywalk in Lakkasandra, students and hospital staff climb the road divider and cross the road every day. There is no one here to stop you from crossing the divider regardless of the danger in the vehicular traffic.

The local people's representatives have complained to the BBMP about the plight of the skywalk many times, but no action has been taken. Kodu locals are demanding to provide a safe way for citizens to cross the road before danger and accidents increase.

There is no use in complaining

 Skywalk of Lakkasandra was built years ago. But it's like a toilet now. There are no cleaners. Stairs are not safe to climb. There are two elevators but they are not working. Many complaints have been made to BBMP. At least no cleaning has been done. Complaints have been made to the local representatives, but no one has come forward. There is no other way to cross the big and always busy road except the skywalk. Residents are facing a lot of trouble to go to post office, bank, hospital. How can the elderly, physically challenged and patients use the skywalk?'

•  Dr. Asha Krishnaswami, Lakkasandra

 Disgusting to the feet

 There is a skywalk here to get off the bus and go to the college in another part. However, the place is full of garbage and it is disgusting to even walk. We are inevitably walking around with our noses covered

•  Suhas, student

 Waste in stairs

 I have never seen a lift in operation. It has been gathering dust like this for years. Skywalk stairs are narrow and littered. Cleanliness should be maintained

•  Vasantha, Bangalore Dairy Workers

 A place of stench

 There is such a bad weather that it is impossible to walk on the skywalk. Stinks from start to finish. Besides littering, it is also a place where people drink alcohol and it is difficult to move around.

•  Cinny, an IT employee

 K.H. road Skywalk Lift ban!

 The lift of the skywalk on Kengal Hanumantaiah Road (Double Road) is also not working. Locals say that the lift of this skywalk, which was built four years ago, has never been seen working. No one is doing skywalk maintenance either. But only billboards are raving.

 The lift of the skywalk is not working. Thus, old people, women and children walk on the stairs in poor condition. Many climb the dividers and cross the road at risk. Many accidents have also taken place on this occasion, said Ranganath, a local shop owner.

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ಲಕ್ಕಸಂದ್ರ ಸ್ಕೈವಾಕ್‌: ತ್ಯಾಜ್ಯ, ಮದ್ಯ ಸೇವನೆ, ದರೋಡೆ ತಾಣ

1st place to Bengaluru in the 'Sustainable Cities Challenge'

1st place in the list of 10 selected cities globally

1st PLACE  to BENGALURU in the 'SUSTAINABLE CITIES CHALLENGE'

Kere Manjunath ಕೆರೆ ಮಂಜುನಾಥ್

 Bengaluru: Bengaluru has been ranked first among the final 10 cities in the 'Sustainable Cities Challenge' competition organized by the Toyota Mobility Foundation.

 The 'Sustainable Cities Challenge' competition started in June and more than 150 cities from 46 countries of the world participated in this competition. Cities presented plans to be adopted to improve mobility.

 Bengaluru has been ranked first in the shortlist of 10 cities published on November 8 considering the projects submitted by the cities. Varanasi is at the eighth position. September 18 is the last day for admission, after which the selection process takes place. A grant of ₹25 crore will be given each year to the three cities that will be finally selected.

 Plans were presented to improve the traffic system, to provide accident-free, motorist-friendly facilities. Bangalore city also presented the plans of 'Brand Bangalore - Smooth Traffic Bangalore' report for traffic management, modernization of infrastructure, prevention of accidents.

 BBMP said in the project proposal submitted for the competition that the city is committed to adopting a new system for smooth traffic by using artificial intelligence technology to provide safety to pedestrians and cycle users.

 The foundation's experts will analyze the projects of 10 cities. They will get information about various dimensions including planning of projects, their implementation, adoption of technology. The final three cities will be announced in February 2024, said Ryan Klemm, the foundation's director of programs.

Team to Bengaluru

 A team of experts from Toyota Mobility Foundation will come to Bangalore to provide information, analysis and suggestions on the plans to be adopted by Bengaluru for smooth traffic in the 'Sustainable Cities Challenge' competition, said BBMP Principal Engineer B.S. Prahlad said

 City representatives were supposed to participate in the workshop to be held in Dallas, Texas, USA from November 13 to 15 with experts on project design and problem management. Unable to go due to Diwali occasion. Therefore, the team of the organization is coming to Bangalore on November 21 and will hold consultations with representatives of Varanasi city along with our city. Finally, if Bengaluru is selected among the three cities, Totota Mobility Foundation will provide grants for the next 5 years for the modernization of the traffic system.

 10 cities in Short list

 1. Bangalore, India

 2. Detroit, America

 3. Fortaleza, Brazil

 4. Medellin, Colombia

 5. Mexico City, Mexico

 6. New Orleans, America

 7. Seberang Perai, Malaysia

 8. Varanasi, India

 9. Venice, Italy

 10. York, United Kingdom

 City Challenges could have a high impact on:  

• Improving inclusivity in mobility  
• Improving safety for residents
• Improving sustainability of mobility systems, reducing carbon emissions and negative environmental impact  
• Specifically, we were seeking cities with Mobility issues unsolved through current pathways and processes, but potentially addressed though a range of innovators using different approaches.
• The potential to explore the transferability or scalability of solutions after the City Challenge has ended.  
• Capacity to partner on delivering City Challenges. This includes evidence of commitment from local government and other relevant stakeholders, alignment with local plans and strategies, and availability of resources such as staff and facilities to support the Challenge.

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• ‘ಸುಸ್ಥಿರ ನಗರಗಳ ಸವಾಲು’ ಸ್ಪರ್ಧೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು

Digital monitoring of tree growth

 More than 50 thousand students who have become 'green guardians'; Monitoring through the app

 Digital monitoring of tree growth

Kere Manjunath ಕೆರೆ ಮಂಜುನಾಥ್

 Bengaluru: More than 50,000 students have taken it upon themselves to nurture plants on the roadsides of the city for three years. Information about the growth of plants named after them can also be recorded on the parents' mobile.

 The BBMP Forest Department has set a target of planting one lakh saplings this year under the 'Green Bangalore' scheme. In this 90% saplings have been planted and more than half of the saplings have been taken up by the students as part of the 'HASIRU RAKSHAKA' project.

 The names of the students are placed on the protective cover of the plants. Children are managing it. Children from private schools including BBMP, government schools have also taken up the responsibility of nurturing the plants. BBMP has also prepared an app called 'Hasiru Rakshak' to enable them to record its information.

 "Students can download 'HASIRU RAKSHAKA' app on their parent's mobile and get the information, picture of the plant tagged to them and file complaints for its management issues. With this, the family members along with the children will also participate in the nutrition of the saplings," said Swamy, Deputy Conservator of Forests, BBMP Forest Department.

In Mahadevpur zone, the most number of children are under the 'Green Guardian' scheme. Bommanahalli zone has the largest number of schools involved in this scheme. On Environment Day, Deputy Chief Minister D.K. This project was started as suggested by Sivakumar. He said that the aim is to register more children as HASIRU RAKSHAKA' ('green guardians') in the next year.

 Responsibility for family too: Swami

 Efforts are being made to create awareness among the citizens of the city about the nutrition and protection of plants and trees. As the first step of this objective, students have been allowed to record the information of their named plants in the 'HASIRU RAKSHAKA' app. This process can be done on the parents' mobile, so that the family members can also see the growth of the plant," said Swamy, Deputy Conservator of Forests, BBMP Forest Department.

 This detail will be uploaded on the website along with the app. In the coming days, the details of the plants and trees in the city will also be provided, as well as the information about those who are planting and nurturing them. Individuals and families are given the opportunity to become 'green guardians'. The information about planting and nurturing can be shared on the website and app, he said.

 Tender again for tree census

 A tender was invited for the enumeration of plants and trees under BBMP. However, the amount of financial transaction required for it is high and the business value of the organizations conducting the study is not that big. Many research institutes have brought this issue to our attention. Thus, the tender conditions have been relaxed and re-tender has been called, DCF Swamy informed.

• Target to plant 1 lakh saplings
•  90 thousand saplings have been planted so far
•  Plantation Management by 51,719 students
•  Tagging is complete for 41,600 saplings
•  Agreement with 237 schools

 How many saplings in which zone?

 Zone; plant (Green Bangalore); Students (HASIRU RAKSHAKA)

 West; 4,000; 3,054

 East; 3,000; 3,000

 South; 4,000; 1,598

 RR  Nagar 12,700; 5,550

 Bommanahalli; 16,900; 9,300

 Dasarahalli; 14,000; 8,047

 Yalahanka; 18,600; 10,168

 Mahadevpur; 16,800; 11,002

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ಮರ–ಗಿಡಗಳ ಬೆಳವಣಿಗೆಗೆ ಡಿಜಿಟಲ್‌ ನಿಗಾ, ಆ್ಯಪ್‌ ಮೂಲಕ ಮೇಲುಸ್ತುವಾರಿ

Property Tax: 'Mobile Notice' to Owners

 Collection of ₹3 thousand crore; Record collection compared to last row

 Property Tax: 'MOBILE NOTICE' to Owners

Kere Manjunath ಕೆರೆ ಮಂಜುನಾಥ್

 Bengaluru: There has been an increase in property tax collection under BBMP. A 'mobile notice' is being issued to the owners in view of achieving the full target.

 At the end of FY31, 64.50 percent of the tax was collected, and as per the target recorded in the budget, ₹1,619 crore is yet to be collected. A target of ₹ 372 crore more than the last financial year has been set this year.

 As of January 2022-23, property tax had been collected at ₹2,890 crore. By the end of October this year, the mark of ₹ 3 thousand crore has been reached. Although this is a record collection, one and a half thousand crores is still outstanding. So BBMP decided to collect all this.

 A one-time message was sent to the owner's mobile for property tax arrears. But, this year SMS is repeatedly sent to the mobile, requesting to pay tax. Also, the zonal authorities have been instructed to take further action as per the rules.

 'Property tax is the primary and most important source of revenue for a city corporation. All property owners should pay their property taxes promptly. "SMS messages and letters/notices are being sent to the owners who have arrears," said Munish Maudgil, Special Commissioner, Revenue Department, BBMP.

 Online link https://bbmptax.karnataka.gov.in can be used to pay property tax. He said that if there are any queries, if information is required, the helpline can be called 1533.

Property tax review begins

 BBMP has started the process of physically inspecting the properties in the city and issuing 'Demand Notice' to pay the correct tax.

 Owners are paying tax under self-declared tax system. However, there are many differences in this. Therefore, revenue officers of BBMP are physically inspecting each building, fixing its tax and digitizing it. It is suggested that this tax, which is fixed zone wise, should be paid.

 When the building tax is rescheduled, it is not visible in the owner's login. What is in the 'Demand Notice' is not changing online. Thus confusion is created. The officials also said that arguments are going on between the owners and the officials.

 A target has been given that the Revenue Inspector (RI) and Tax Inspector (TI) should check 25 properties each day and fix the actual tax. A circle of six thousand properties is to be maintained by RI and TI. In addition to this, we have the work of preparation of voter list for Vidhan Parishad election, Lok Sabha election, property-advertisement department. It is a stressful job and they are working till 10 at night,' the revenue department staff of BBMP said.

 Collection of property tax in previous years

•  2020–21; ₹2,800 crore
•  2021–22; ₹3,110 crore
•  2022–23; ₹3340.86 crore

 Zone; target; collection; balance

 (in ₹ Crores) as on October 31

 Bommanahalli; 501; 316.44; 184.56

 Dasarahalli; 164; 83.55; 80.45

 East; 764; 532.9; 231.1

 Mahadevpur; 1238; 809.33; 428.67

 RR Nagar 345; 200.33; 144.67

 South; 627; 436.19; 190.81

 West; 493; 302.29; 190.71

 Yalahanka; 429; 260.66; 168.34

 Total; 4561; 2941.69; 1619.31

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ಬಿಬಿಎಂಪಿ ವ್ಯಾಪ್ತಿಯ ಆಸ್ತಿ ಮಾಲೀಕರಿಗೆ ‘ಮೊಬೈಲ್‌ ನೋಟಿಸ್‌’ ಜಾರಿ

Citizens are not interested to become FRIENDS OF THE LAKE!

 Technical problem in BBMP registration process; Uncompensated staff

Citizens are not interested to become FRIENDS OF THE LAKE! (KERE MITRA)

Kere Manjunath ಕೆರೆ ಮಂಜುನಾಥ್

Bengaluru: Citizens have not shown much interest in becoming 'KERE MITRA' and 'HASIRU MITRA' to monitor the maintenance of lakes and gardens under BBMP.

 Hundreds of people tried to register to become 'Kere Mitra' and 'Hasir Mitra'. However, they were unable to register due to a technical problem. Thus, only 1,158 were registered by the last day, 30 A.M.

 The BBMP informed that 10 people will be randomly selected from those who have registered their names and given the opportunity to monitor the lake or garden for a month as 'KERE MITRA' and 'HASIRU MITRA'.

 Confusion in the list itself: 

It is officially stated that there are 202 lakes under the jurisdiction of BBMP. However, only 168 lakes of 198 wards are in the process of registration to become 'Kere Mitra'. ₹35 crore is being spent on maintenance of 174 lakes. However, there was no opportunity here to 'friend' the lakes.

 At least 2,020 citizens should be registered to become 10 'Kere Mitras' for each of the 202 lakes in the city. However, only a quarter of this has been registered. Further, there are 1,030 gardens in 198 wards. 10,300 citizens are required to become 'green allies' each to monitor these. 5% of the public is registered.

Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar had promised citizens in the 'Brand Bangalore Conference' about maintenance of lakes and gardens. Accordingly, 'Kere Mitra' and 'Hasiru Mitra' schemes were started. However, citizens are complaining that BBMP has failed to develop the necessary technology.

 'Registration re-opened'

 One had to register to become a 'Kere Mitra' and a 'Hasiru Mitra'. But there are some technical problems. As a result, not many registered. More time will be given. Registration period will be extended. Citizens will be informed about this soon," said Priti Gehlot, Special Commissioner, BBMP Kere, Horticulture Department.

 'No registration required for promotion'

 If lakes and parks are reserved for civil works only, and if they are being made ``Kere Mitra'' and ``Hasiru Mitra'' to gain publicity by getting citizens' stamp on it, it is better to stop it here. Lake management means there should be quality water, clean environment, good quantity of clean water. Without emphasizing these works, it is not right for us to look at the works decided by them. Many people are interested in becoming a 'Kere Mitra'. But, technically this is not possible. "No one is interested in solving the problem," complained Ramprasad of Friends of Lakes.

'Corporation staff don't like it'

 BBMP staff do not like public to become 'Lake Mitra' and 'Green Mitra'. That's why not much publicity was given about this project. From A.19 when the registration was allowed, the link was not available on the website first, then it was not opening. Then there was no list of lakes. Even though the registration page was closed, the information about whether the registration was done or not was not available. At least not a single message to mobile or email. From the special commissioner of lakes and horticulture department to the chief engineer and executive engineer, there is no time to give information. One puts the responsibility on the other' said environmental activist T.E. Srinivas alleged.

202 lakes under BBMP

652 have registered to become KERE MITHRA

Parks under 1020 BBMP

 506 have registered to become HASIRU MITRA

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ಕೆರೆ ಮಿತ್ರರಾಗಲು ನಾಗರಿಕರ ನಿರಾಸಕ್ತಿ!

Another power struggle in Pollution Control Board

 The Chairman canceled the circular issued by the Member Secretary

Another power struggle in Pollution Control Board

Kere Manjunath ಕೆರೆ ಮಂಜುನಾಥ್

 Bengaluru: There has been a conflict of power between the chairman and the member secretary in the State Pollution Control Board.

 President Shant A. continues as the President as per the order of the High Court. Thimmaiah, Member Secretary P.C. Ray canceled the 242nd meeting circular issued on 27th A.D. on 30th A.D.

 More than 400 applications are pending before the board for approval. Under the leadership of the Forest Minister, Additional Chief Secretary, Principal Secretary, Member Secretary reviewed the issue. All these applications were decided to be disposed of by the board soon. The member secretary sent a circular to the members of the state level enforcement committee saying that this should be approved through a circular.

 The member secretary does not have the authority to call a meeting of the state level enforcement committee members of the board. However, the meeting was held on 13th A.M. without the consent of the President. Even after the instructions of the President, the member secretary issued a schedule for holding meetings on September 16, 5, 6, 7 and 10. "All this is illegal," President Shanth Tammaiah said in a letter written to the members of the state-level enforcement committee.

The circular issued by the member secretary on 27th A.D. to approve and dispose of pending files before the board is also against the Water Act and Water Pollution Prohibition and Control Rules. Such action was taken without the consent of the President. Thus, the circular issued to approve the matters of the 242nd board meeting has been cancelled. Shant Thimmaiah said in the letter that the date of the next meeting will be informed after obtaining the consent of the High Court.

 "Problems have been created, we will fight for this," said member secretary P.C. Ray responded.

 Letter to the Chief Secretary

 'Forest Department Principal Secretary BP Ravi has held a meeting of Zonal Environment Officers of the State Pollution Control Board. Along with the officials of the board, they inspected the companies in Kumbalagode, Kengeri, Shimoga, Chitradurga. This is illegal and he should be ordered not to interfere in the management of the board,' said the Chief Secretary Shanth Tammaiah in a letter to him.

' I have no information about writing a letter to the Chief Secretary. BP will not give any kind of response in this regard' BP Ravi responded.

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