Asphalting work on Bengaluru's MG Road to be completed in 15 days

Bengaluru: Asphalting work on the busy MG Road is expected to be completed in 15 days.

Bengaluru Central City Corporation Commissioner Rajendra Cholan on Friday directed officials to complete asphalting works at MG Road at the earliest.

“So far, one layer of asphalting has been completed in the 1.2-kilometre stretch from Mahatma Gandhi Park to Brigade Road, which is 2.4 kilometres, including both sides,” a statement from the corporation said.

“The work is carried out at night to avoid disruption to vehicular traffic. Desilting of the drains on the roadside is being carried out during the day.”

Cholan also asked officials to accelerate development works at the Mahatma Gandhi Park and complete it within the stipulated time.

“Development works have been undertaken at the Mahatma Gandhi Park at a cost of Rs 4 crore.

“The park will be given a modern touch and developed into an attractive destination for visitors. Facilities such as a dedicated stage for artists, a cottage (library/museum), and other development works will also be taken up,” officials said.

Observing the dilapidated condition of Johnson Market, Cholan directed officials to draw up a Detailed Project Report (DPR) to demolish the existing structure and build a new market on an innovative model.