EDITORS’ PICK

Multiple factors have led to areas like Rainbow Drive flooded. Holistic solutions are possible, but what will it take to make it happen?

These young people are caught in a vicious cycle of poverty and lack access to education. NGO initiatives have brought some hope.

Civic groups say middle and lower-income classes will bear the burden of Akrama Sakrama, which has no mechanism to prevent future violations.

As e-shram is a central scheme, there is very little effort from the BBMP or the state to popularise it among workers and encourage their enrollment.

As Bengaluru Development Minister, many of Basavaraj Bommai’s promises are the same as those made by ex-CMs. However, many projects are yet to be even started.

Demands raised by urban transport experts for an affordable, accessible and safe public bus service have been ignored by the state government.

BBMP guidelines specify the processes for road maintenance. But at every step, from measurements to documentation to audits, it is ad hoc work.

While residents of areas like HBR 5th Block have at least applied for compensation, many in other flood-prone areas are totally unaware that they are even eligible.

A majority of slum residents depend on public borewells for water, which they use for cooking and drinking without filtering, at great risk to health.

The kickstart of Metro construction across many Bengaluru localities has made daily life painful for residents and shop owners of these areas.

We planted trees, installed drain covers, fixed water leaks, and filled potholes. Yes, it is time for localities to self-organise and self-fund themselves.

E-autos are pollution free, cheaper to maintain and provide a better riding experience. What needs to be done to make them ubiquitous?