Rain Preparedness and Ward Issues Reviewed in Mahalakshmi Layout Constituency

Bengaluru West City Corporation conducted a review meeting on rain preparedness and ward-level civic issues in the Mahalakshmi Layout Assembly Constituency. Commissioner Dr. Rajendra K.V. directed officials to take preventive measures to avoid public inconvenience during the monsoon and improve civic infrastructure.

Key Details

• The meeting was chaired by Commissioner Dr. Rajendra K.V. in the presence of Mahalakshmi Layout MLA Gopalaiah.

• Discussions focused on rain preparedness, civic infrastructure, and development works across wards in the constituency.

Revenue Collection Measures

• Officials were instructed to systematically carry out property revenue collection.

• Cases of incorrect property tax payments must be identified, verified, and corrected.

• Steps should be taken to recover pending tax dues.

• Officials were also directed to organize e-Khata Melas to help citizens obtain e-Khata services easily.

Streetlight Maintenance

• Streetlights must be installed in required locations and maintained properly to ensure public safety and convenience.

Park Maintenance

• Parks within the corporation jurisdiction must be properly maintained to provide citizen-friendly spaces.

Removal of Dangerous Trees

• Forest department officials were directed to identify and remove dangerous trees and branches before the monsoon season to prevent accidents.

Blackspot Removal and Waste Management

• Health officers and AGMs must prepare planned action strategies for solid waste management.

• Under the supervision of Health Inspectors and Supervisors, garbage blackspots must be completely cleared and prevented from recurring.

• Preventive disinfectant spraying must also be conducted in affected areas.

Infrastructure and Road Safety

• Authorities must strengthen road safety measures and ensure the provision of essential civic infrastructure for residents.

Action Against Dumping in Vacant Sites

• Individuals dumping waste in vacant plots must be identified and penalised.

• Officials were also instructed to create public awareness on maintaining cleanliness.

Additional Instructions Issued

• Repair damaged park equipment and identify dried plants for maintenance.

• Identify and prune dangerous roadside trees and branches, and clean the surrounding area.

• Accelerate cleaning of stormwater drains (Rajakaluves) as part of rain preparedness measures.

• Ensure proper installation and maintenance of streetlights along roads.

Officials Present

• Digvijay Bodke – Additional Commissioner (Development)

• Manjunath Swamy – Additional Commissioner (Revenue & Administration)

• Aarti Anand – Joint Commissioner

• Swayamprabha – Chief Engineer

• Abdul Rab – Deputy Commissioner

• Officials from concerned departments.