ward committee

Projects like elevated corridors will continue to be implemented without discussion with civil society, unless people are empowered to question, suggest alternatives and become a part of the process. Why exactly are people not able to raise their voice to a level that’s heard?

Being a part of a Ward Committee is a great way to engage formally with the system to make the change happen.

Could systemic public engagement prevent imbroglios of the kind created by the Bengaluru steel flyover proposal? What steps and caveats would be necessary for that?

New draft of KMC – Ward Committee Rules applicable for BBMP have been gazetted on May 26th. It has a few changes including addition of powers for members to recommend action against erring officials.

If the court is compelled to poke its nose in all civic issues, what’s the use of government? Doesn’t it indicate lack of good governance?

Participate in the workshop for a Greener, Cleaner, Safer, Water secure and Healthy Bengaluru.

Yes, Bangalore can have a better citizen-centric governance if you can suggest rules that will hold Ward Committees accountable. You have just 20 days.

Ad-hoc and non-transparent methods to dilute citizen involvement in Ward Committees is unforgivable and is against the spirit of the High Court order, says Rajeev Chandrashekar