Bengaluru West Corporation Issues Monsoon Preparedness Instructions to Officials

The Bengaluru West City Corporation has directed all officials to undertake proactive measures to prevent monsoon-related incidents, focusing on infrastructure readiness, safety, and inter-department coordination.

Key Details:

• Commissioner Dr. Rajendra K.V. instructed officials to begin immediate pre-monsoon preparations across all 112 wards.

• Emphasis on desilting roadside drains, including arterial and sub-arterial roads, to ensure smooth water flow.

• Mandatory site inspections to verify cleanliness and drainage efficiency.

• Identification and removal of dilapidated buildings, compound walls, and unsafe structures.

• Continuous coordination with Fire and Emergency Services and Police in flood-prone and low-lying areas.

• Road safety measures to include visible marking of speed breakers and removal of debris.

Immediate action to:

• Fill potholes

• Remove unauthorized cables

• Clear fallen trees and branches

• Repair and replace streetlights

• Special focus on Rajakaluve desilting near Gaali Anjaneya Temple.

• Preventive steps to avoid water stagnation in underpasses.

• Instructions to monitor ward-level activities to prevent negligence during public events.