DK Shivakumar’s Big Move: Old Vehicles on Roads to Be Seized, Shifted to Dump Sites
Bengaluru: In a significant initiative aimed at alleviating traffic congestion and reclaiming public spaces, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister and Bengaluru Development Minister DK Shivakumar has announced a comprehensive drive to remove abandoned vehicles from the roads of Bengaluru.
During a media briefing following a pre-budget meeting for 2026–27 with the Greater Bengaluru Authority and five municipal corporations, Shivakumar revealed that vehicles left unattended for extended periods—typically between 10 to 20 days—will be identified, towed, and relocated to designated dumping zones.
Several locations have already been earmarked for this operation, including Bellahalli, Mitganahalli, Giddenahalli, and Sondekoppa, with additional sites under consideration to optimize the process.
“The objective is to clear roads of unused and abandoned vehicles that are causing traffic obstruction. These vehicles will be collected and shifted to designated areas with the support of the police,” Shivakumar stated.
The Deputy Chief Minister underscored that vehicles parked in no-parking zones or areas lacking designated parking will be towed without exception, applying uniformly to all vehicles, irrespective of ownership.
To enhance enforcement, two towing vehicles have been allocated to each corporation, with operations coordinated alongside the police department.
This initiative is part of broader efforts to improve urban mobility and civic infrastructure in Bengaluru. The pre-budget meeting included participation from MLAs, MPs, MLCs, senior officials from the Urban Development Department, the Chief Commissioner of GBA, and commissioners of the five civic bodies.
Officials indicated that the drive will commence immediately, with logistics and deployment plans already in preparation. The initiative is anticipated to significantly reduce roadside clutter, improve traffic flow, and enhance overall urban management in the city.
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