Civic Showdown in Bengaluru: DCM Warns MLAs Over Waste Obstruction

Reacting to obstruction in Mahadevapura, Shivakumar accused certain BJP legislators of “blackmailing” the government by demanding constituency funds while opposing waste dumping in their areas. He named Arvind Limbavali and Doddaballapura MLA Dheeraj Muniraju in this context.

“If garbage cannot be disposed in their constituencies, where should it go? Should it be sent to R Ashok, Vijayendra or the BJP office?” he questioned.

Responding to claims that the protest was due to accidents involving garbage trucks, the DCM said accidents should be dealt with legally but waste management operations cannot be halted. He pointed out that garbage disposal continues in constituencies represented by S T Somashekar, Shivanna and Krishna Byregowda.

Shivakumar further stated that the government has purchased two additional sites for waste disposal and tenders have been invited in accordance with legal procedures. After addressing pending legal formalities, a final decision will be taken, he added.

The Deputy Chief Minister reiterated that the government would not bow to political pressure and would ensure uninterrupted civic services in the city.