Nagesh Aras | | Citizen Matters, Bengaluru

80% sewage entering Bellandur lake to be treated by end of Feb, by George!

February 1, 2018 Nagesh Aras

Bellandur lake hits headlines often for wrong reasons. Citizens pressed for a time-bound plan for revival of the lake, and suggested many helpful ideas.

Here’s what’s wrong with “crush-and-flush” approach to waste

January 18, 2018 Nagesh Aras

Bengaluru has set out on a journey of managing its waste sustainably. Going for pulverisers that further increase the load on sewage treatment of the city may not be a solution for this city.

So, are ‘you’ prepared to compensate the victims of the BBMP demolition?

August 15, 2016 Nagesh Aras

Who would be actually paying the damages? If the government pays any compensation, almost the entire cost would be paid by the Bangaloreans, given that the city generates about 80% of state GDP. Do you like the idea?

How a bunch of Bangaloreans helped the Real Estate Bill get passed

March 15, 2016 Nagesh Aras

The RERA bill has been passed in Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. The Bill with a number of safeguards to protect home buyers’ interest, has crossed all hurdles. Citizen groups in Bengaluru too have played a role in pushing the Bill.