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Articles by Ganga Madappa

About Ganga Madappa
Ganga Madappa was the Staff Reporter and the Community Manager at Citizen Matters. She loves cats and books and travel. She tweets at @pulicatmonster and blogs at Random Rambling.
Governance

All set to vote in the BBMP Elections 2015? Here’s a quick guide for you

August 21, 2015 Ganga Madappa

The battle for Bengaluru is heating up, as the city goes to polls tomorrow. Here’s quick guide to how you can find your polling booth to cast your vote in the BBMP Elections 2015.

Society

Remembering the man who touched many lives with a smile

July 28, 2015 Ganga Madappa

Citizen Matters reached out to Bangaloreans to ask them to share their fondest memories of Dr APJ Abdul Kalam. Here’s what they had to say.

Governance

‘Your Police’ to make it easy for Bangaloreans to report sexual violence

July 27, 2015 Ganga Madappa

Bangalore City Police, in collaboration with Amnesty International, launched the ‘Ready to Report’ campaign to empower women in the city to report sexual violence with safety and dignity.

Society

When four goddesses walk around Mavalli, the heart of Bengaluru

June 18, 2015 Ganga Madappa

In early June, the village of Mavalli, close to Lalbagh, was witness to Ooru Habba. Celebrated once in three years, the festival is a call to invoke the blessings of the resident deity, Mariamma. Here are some snapshots from this year’s edition of the festival.

Society

Benedict Jebakumar: Fishing for nails on tarmac

June 6, 2015 Ganga Madappa

Since 2012, a commuter has been picking up nails that are being strewn over Bellandur Outer Ring Road by mischief-makers. Here is why he does, what he does.

Environment

KSPCB, Eco-warriors celebrate Parisara Habba

June 5, 2015 Ganga Madappa

Bengaluru’s eco-warriors show that they are fighting the good fight at the Parisara Habba. If you are free on Saturday, June 6th, do pay a visit.

Commute

Tender SURE roads: Protesters see problems with process, cost

June 4, 2015 Ganga Madappa

Tender SURE roads in Bengaluru are opposed by many people for many reasons. Here are some such reasons.

Civic

Two Bangalore NGOs nominated for India’s only award that commends volunteers

May 30, 2015 Ganga Madappa

Volunteering pays off; not only do you help further a social cause, you also gain immense personal satisfaction. Get inspired by these two Bangalore-based NGOs who have been nominated for the iVolunteer Awards – CMCA and Say Trees.

UNCATEGORIZED

Planning to get a tattoo? Here are the dos and don’ts

April 2, 2015 Ganga Madappa

Have you ever considered getting a tattoo only to put it away saying another time? Or do you already have a number of them etched over your skin? This guide will take you through what you must keep in mind before you decide to get inked.

Environment

Count the birds this Valentines Day, in Bengaluru

February 14, 2015 Ganga Madappa

It’s that time of the year when people world-over quietly lie in wait, with necks craned up and cameras in hand, looking out for the wonderful creatures that ply the skies. Participate in the Great Global Backyard Bird Count 2015.

Tanker at an apartment complex
Infrastructure

Now, trained managers to look after apartment facilities

February 4, 2015 Ganga Madappa

When the generator breaks down, when the STP filter needs repair, or housekeeping employees quit, apartments find it tough to manage without a property manager. But what are their needs and challenges and how can they overcome them?

Society

Three things you can do this Christmas

December 24, 2014 Ganga Madappa

What are your plans this Christmas? Here’s what you could do to bring in the Christmas cheer with your friends and family.

Commute

Uber and Taxi For Sure continue to operate despite ban

December 19, 2014 Ganga Madappa

Despite the ban on Taxi For Sure and Uber by the state Transport Department, they continue to operate in Bengaluru.

Society

Rajvir vs Bangalore Club: Is there a lesson from such incidents?

December 17, 2014 Ganga Madappa

By now, Bangaloreans are familiar with top police officer Rajvir Sharma’s run-in with the private and elite Bangalore Club over a month ago. Can such incidents be avoided in our culture? Some insight.

Environment

Sanjay Nagar shopkeepers stop giving plastic carry bags, launch ‘Rent a Bag’

December 13, 2014 Ganga Madappa

If you are among those who think eliminating plastic is not possible, here’s a real story that proves you wrong. It just needs smart thinking.

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