Bengaluru: Responding to days of public criticism over Bengaluru’s crumbling roads and failing infrastructure, the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) has announced plans to redevelop 100 of the city’s most critical roads.

The plan, seen as a key step in improving the city’s infrastructure, will target long-standing issues such as potholes, waterlogging, faulty drainage systems and unsafe sidewalks, Times of India reported.

The decision comes after a heated exchange between the Biocon chairperson, Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, and civic officials, which reignited the concerns over the city’s governance and road management.

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GBA To Redevelop Bengaluru’s 100 Critical Roads

- According to the plan, GBA Chief Commissioner Maheshwar Rao has instructed officers from various civic bodies to shortlist ten roads per zone for immediate redevelopment.

- Each selected road will get a comprehensive redevelopment plan, including improved road durability, enhanced lighting, upgraded drainage systems, footpaths and maintenance systems designed to last beyond a single monsoon season.

- To ensure transparency, the GBA will incorporate citizens' feedback and rely on data regarding pothole density, traffic flow, and sanitation, prioritising roads with chronic issues like flooding, garbage dumping, and pedestrian hazards.

- Weekly review meetings will be held to assess progress and chief engineers will be held accountable for timely completion and long-term upkeep.

- In addition to this, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar stated that over 10,000 potholes have been identified and urged citizens to report remaining potholes through official grievance platforms.

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Bengaluru To Get 117-Kilometre Business Corridor

- As part of a broader infrastructure push, the state government has revived the 117-kilometre Bengaluru Business Corridor (BBC), previously known as the Peripheral Ring Road.

- The Business Corridor, connecting Tumakuru Road to Mysuru Road via Yelahanka and Electronics City, aims to cut congestion by up to 40 per cent and drive economic growth on the city’s outskirts.

- The corridor includes flexible land compensation for farmers, provisions for a dedicated Metro strip, and modern design standards, aiming to improve connectivity and reduce congestion.

- The Deputy Chief Minister stated that the Rs 27000 crore project is slated to be completed in two years.


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