Garbage accumulated in Shettihalli ward, Kammagondanahalli, before it was cleared on the Lokayukta’s intervention. Photo: Karnataka Lokayukta
Bengaluru: Karnataka Lokayukta Justice B.S. Patil’s intervention led to the clearance of about 80 tonnes of accumulated garbage in Ward No. 12 (Shettihalli ward), particularly around Kammagondanahalli, in a single day, according to a press note issued by the Lokayukta institution.
The Lokayukta received complaints about the non-clearance of garbage at various spots in the ward on the night of November 13. He directed Lokayukta police officers to inspect the locations and submit a report with photographs.
The inspection team found heaps of accumulated garbage, confirming the complaints. After reviewing the report, the Lokayukta personally spoke to officials of the Bengaluru North City Corporation (BNCC) and Bengaluru Solid Waste Management Limited (BSWML) and directed them to clear the garbage immediately.
Following the directions, BNCC officials began intensive cleaning in the ward on November 14. The existing contractor was terminated and a new contractor, using two compactors, four tippers and a JCB, cleared approximately 80 tonnes of garbage in a day.
The Lokayukta asked civic authorities to ensure regular and systematic garbage clearance so that such situations do not recur.
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