Meera Iyer Citizen Matters, Bengaluru

Old RBANMS building, 19th century bungalow among winners of Heritage Awards

April 17, 2016 Meera Iyer

INTACH announces the winners of the 2nd edition of the Heritage Awards, set up to bring attention and recognition to buildings of heritage value in Bengaluru.

Bengaluru’s old buildings shine in first ever INTACH Heritage awards

April 21, 2015 Meera Iyer

INTACH recognises heritage buildings in Bengaluru on the basis of maintenance, architectural integrity and value to the cityscape at the first edition of the Heritage Awards.

Residents and experts to draw up Whitefield heritage management plan

August 11, 2010 Meera Iyer

A dialogue and consultation held to discuss the loss of heritage in Whitefield due to indiscriminate road-widening had residents of the area speaking fervently about the need to safeguard their unique legacy.

INTACH to organise dialogue on Gavipuram heritage

April 14, 2010 Meera Iyer

On the occasion of World Heritage Day, April 18th, INTACH Bangalore is organising a project-based dialogue at Gavipura. MLAs, newly elected councillors and local citizens will take part.

Society

1920 Jain temple artefacts go under the hammer

March 9, 2010 Meera Iyer

The temple’s Trust members decided that the temple should be rebuilt in the same location to accommodate its ever-growing devotees. Artefacts are being auctioned today at ITC Windsor.

Citizens differ over Metro

May 18, 2009 Meera Iyer

Some citizens believe Metro will help, while others continue to protest against the tree felling and the lack of transparency and democracy in Metro decisions. Meanwhile the project document raises many questions.

Metro vs citizens

April 22, 2009 Meera Iyer

People protest against BMRCL’s recent move to cut down trees at Lalbagh for its Metro project. Read all about the saga, proposed alternatives and the legal angle.

A study in green

March 16, 2009 Meera Iyer

Meet Harini Nagendra, a young city-based ecologist who can answer your questions on Bangalore’s disappearing tree cover and its implications.

Economy

Yes or no to plastic bags?

February 15, 2009 Meera Iyer

Local retails chains are adopting ‘biodegradable’ plastic bags. Are these really eco-friendly? Meanwhile, one local trader shows there are simpler alternatives.

Health

Society

A parichay to the Bangalore Fort

June 27, 2008 Meera Iyer

This is the fort which houses a 16th century Ganesha temple, and where Hyder Ali and Tipu Sultan held English prisoners in the 1780s.

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