Bengaluru East expedites drain desilting ahead of rains

Bengaluru: Bengaluru East City Corporation Commissioner DS Ramesh on Friday directed divisional executive engineers to expedite drain desilting across major roads to ensure smooth rainwater flow.

Inspecting works at K Narayanapura, Horamavu, and Kaggadasapura Railway Gate, Ramesh said proactive maintenance is needed to prevent waterlogging and traffic gridlock the city faces during heavy rain.

The corporation also launched an encroachment clearance drive in AECS Layout. The operation targeted a 1.6-kilometre stretch along 60 Feet Road, from Ganesha Temple to ITPL Main Road.

The commissioner said the drive is not a one-time event and will continue on both sides of the road in the coming days to reclaim pedestrian space.

Clearing Varthur stretch

A cleaning drive was also carried out on the 700-metre stretch from Varthur Kodi to Varthur. Officials said more than six tonnes of debris and waste have been removed.

The operation focused on clearing accumulated dust, illegal flex banners, and unauthorised tiles placed by shopkeepers on public property.