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Shivakumar addresses Bengaluru development issues In a recent public interaction at Gandhi Park in Herohalli, Bengaluru, Deputy Chief Minister and Bengaluru Development Minister DK Shivakumar strongly criticized the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for allegedly hindering the city’s development initiatives. He accused the opposition party of prioritizing politics over progress by filing court injunctions and refusing to cooperate on civic projects. Shivakumar’s remarks come as the state government prepares for elections to the five city corporations under the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) by February 2026. Resident concerns and proposed reforms During the ‘Walk with Bengaluru’ initiative, Shivakumar addressed concerns raised by residents and resident welfare associations (RWAs) regarding poor waste management, traffic congestion, and inadequate civic amenities. He acknowledged these issues and pledged efforts to address them, including resolving legal hurdles affecting garbage disposal and promoting citizen participation in the Cauvery water scheme. Additionally, he emphasized reforms such as digitizing property records and offering “A khata” status to landowners for better property valuation and loan eligibility. Political reactions Shivakumar’s comments have sparked political controversy, with BJP leaders accusing him of using the criticism as a tactic to garner public sympathy and deflect attention from the Congress government’s performance. The ongoing political debate highlights the challenges faced in balancing political interests with the pressing need for urban development in Bengaluru.
