Mysuru: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday conducted an inspection of various development projects underway in the city, directing officials to complete the works within the stipulated time frame while maintaining high quality. After a long gap, the chief minister undertook a project inspection drive in his hometown, Mysuru. During his previous tenure as CM a decade ago, Siddaramaiah had similarly checked the quality of civil works in the heart of Mysuru.
He was accompanied by Mysuru district minister HC Mahadevappa, MLAs TS Srivatsa, K Harishgowda, and Tanveer Sait, MLC Yathindra Siddaramaiah, and Deputy Commissioner Lakshmikanth Reddy. Beginning his inspection at CESC’s underground cabling work in Srirampura, Siddaramaiah visited four different locations to personally assess the quality of development work, gathering direct information from officials.
Underground Cabling Project
At the first site, the chief minister observed the progress of the underground cabling project being executed by Chamundeshwari Electricity Supply Company (CESC). The project, worth Rs 588.2 crore, aims to replace 11 kV overhead power lines with underground cables across a span of 871.1 km. Currently, underground cable installation has been completed, achieving 26.1% progress. CESC officials informed the CM that the project is scheduled for completion in two years.
White-Topping of Roads
The CM’s second stop was near NIE College, where he inspected the white-topping project. Around 50 km of roads are being white-topped, with such roads expected to be viable for traffic for about 30 years. In the first phase, work is being undertaken on four-lane roads, while in the second phase, white-topping will be done on the remaining roads. The CM noted that this road work would facilitate smooth traffic and help solve vehicle congestion in the city.
Hostel Project for Maharani’s College
Siddaramaiah also inspected the hostel project for students of Maharani’s College, which will accommodate 1,400 students. The project aims to provide better living facilities for female students.
New KSRTC Bus Terminal
Finally, the chief minister inspected the construction of the new KSRTC bus terminal in Banni Mantap, being built at a cost of Rs 29 crore. The terminal will have 75 bus bays and separate spaces for 35 buses. It will include a separate rest area for women and spacious seating arrangements for general passengers. KSRTC authorities informed the CM that all outstation bus services will operate from the new bus stand, while the existing KSRTC Suburban bus stand will continue to run buses up to a distance of 80 km.
Political Remarks
Speaking to reporters, Siddaramaiah stated that his government has undertaken development works, including improving Mysuru’s roads and drainage systems. He criticized the BJP, alleging that the party has only engaged in opposing, criticizing, and spreading falsehoods, and did not implement any plans to benefit the people during its tenure.
Regarding the reconstruction of Devaraja Market and Lansdowne buildings, the CM said he will take necessary action soon.
