DH Speak Out: December 8, 2025 Edition Highlights
Explore the critical discussions from Deccan Herald's December 8, 2025 'Speak Out' section, covering public grievances on infrastructure, governance, and civic issues. Read the full analysis.
Explore the critical discussions from Deccan Herald's December 8, 2025 'Speak Out' section, covering public grievances on infrastructure, governance, and civic issues. Read the full analysis.
Bondalapati Koteswara Rao, newly elected secretary of AP Govt Employees Association in Guntur, urges unity to resolve grievances. He pledges to bridge gap between staff and authorities.
A parliamentary panel will summon airline executives and the DGCA to address rising flight disruptions and passenger grievances. Learn about the key concerns and expected actions.
Bengaluru introduces passport-style centres for e-khata services. Officials report only 3,252 applications for 'B' to 'A' khata conversion, citing public awareness gaps. Learn more about the new initiative.
Pune's Regional Passport Office holds an open house on Dec 10 to resolve applicant grievances. Register via email with file details. Get direct access to officers.
RBI Governor announces a special two-month campaign to resolve all complaints pending over 30 days with the Ombudsman. Get details on the surge in grievances and the central bank's push for better customer service.
Kacharakanahalli lake in North Bengaluru, dead for nearly 30 years due to encroachment, has been revived. Read about the two-year restoration effort and remaining challenges.
Haryana Minister Anil Vij addressed serious public complaints in Ambala, including a woman threatened by police, delayed HKRN salaries, and travel fraud. He ordered immediate action.
Bengaluru's development is crippled by competing plans and fragmented authority. Read why the city's future demands a single, accountable governing body to end the chaos.
BBMP's Gandhi Bazaar drive in Bengaluru branded an 'eyewash' as illegal stalls return. Residents and urban planners decry lack of permanent enforcement. Read more.
Bihar launches weekly 'Udyog Vaarta' for investors to meet Chief Secretary directly, bypassing bureaucracy. Aimed at boosting investment and making Bihar a tech hub.
Noida Authority CEO M Lokesh withholds salaries of 8 senior officials for failing to resolve public grievances on time. Action targets pending IGRS cases. Read details.
Bengaluru civic body removes encroachments from Gandhi Bazaar footpaths, establishes 120 designated vending zones. Commissioner Rajendra Cholan directs vendors to use only allotted areas.
Bengaluru Police Commissioner B. Dayananda warns against illegal hoardings violating BBMP guidelines. Action promised against violators. Read the full story.
Loco pilots of Hubballi division begin a 48-hour hunger strike, citing apathy over arduous duty hours, safety concerns, and staff vacancies. Read their demands.
A major financial fraud involving Rs 61.49 lakh in BBMP funds was exposed in Bengaluru. An internal audit revealed fraudulent salary payments. Read the full details of the scam and police action.
Consumer complaints to RBI Ombudsman rose 13.55% in FY25, with banks facing most grievances. Learn the top complaint categories and how to file your complaint.
Borrower frustration over credit scores & data accuracy explodes. Complaints against Credit Information Companies surge nearly 400% as per India's financial ombudsman report. Dive into the data.
Noida Authority CEO Lokesh M halts salaries of eight senior officials for delays in resolving IGRS complaints. Sanitation supervisor also penalized. Read about the crackdown on laxity.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath instructs senior district police officers to ensure timely resolution of public complaints. He emphasizes public service and accountability in law enforcement.
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath personally listened to over 200 complaints during Janata Darshan in Gorakhpur, ensuring time-bound resolution and strict action against land grabbing.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath met citizens during Janata Darshan at Gorakhnath Temple complex, addressing public grievances directly. Read about this public outreach initiative.
Bengaluru South Corporation orders schools to conduct stray dog surveys, facing backlash from private school associations who call it responsibility shifting. Read the full controversy.
Bengaluru's Mantri Mall clears Rs 6.5 crore property tax but still owes Rs 30 crore to BBMP. The mall has faced multiple sealings for non-payment. Read the latest updates.
Thane Municipal Corporation issues strict circular after complaints of absenteeism and public neglect. Officials must now prioritize citizen grievances. Read more.
Shivajinagar MLA Rizwan Arshad exposes footpath misuse in Bengaluru, demands comprehensive mobility plan prioritizing pedestrians over vehicles. Join the movement for walkable streets.
A three-member committee exposes infrastructure gaps, medical facility shortages, and climate of fear at VIT Bhopal affecting 15,000 students. Urgent reforms recommended.
Chandigarh's Samadhan camp addresses citizen complaints immediately. Five grievances resolved on the spot by Deputy Commissioner Vinay Pratap Singh. Read how local governance is improving.
Bengaluru witnessed a spectacular 1-km long flag rally celebrating Kannada Rajyotsava, organized by BBMP and Kannada organizations. Join the cultural celebration!
BBMP to introduce 1,500 paid parking spaces in Central Bengaluru by July 2024. New zones in Shantinagar, Richmond Town & more. Plan aims to ease traffic congestion.