The BBMP has introduced a One-Time Settlement (OTS) scheme for government buildings and public sector undertakings (PSUs) under its limits. This scheme will be effective until March 31, and aims to facilitate the clearance of property tax dues. According to BBMP officials under this scheme, all government buildings and PSUs can pay their property tax … Read more
The Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike has scheduled a series of consultations at five venues covering the eight zones to solicit suggestions from the public and institutions on the Greater Bengaluru Governance Bill 2024. It will be held between February 10 and 12. The meetings aim to gather suggestions from the public and various RWAs on … Read more
The past four years have witnessed significant changes in the city’s governance structure. | Photo Credit: file photo Yet another year has passed without elections for the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP). The term of the previous council ended in September 2020, and despite numerous delays and legal challenges, civic polls have not been conducted. … Read more
The BBMP’s Animal Husbandry Department organised the Festival of Dogs (Kukur Tihar), to celebrate its initiative of feeding stray dogs in select areas across eight zones in Bengaluru on October 17, 2024. | Photo Credit: Special arrangement The Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) launched a pilot project on Thursday (October 17, 2024) to provide food … Read more
Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike Head Office (BBMP building) at Hudson circle, in Bengaluru | Photo Credit: MURALI KUMAR K. About 16 officials of engineering cadre who are awaiting reposting at the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) are struggling as they are not receiving salaries for several months. The salaries along with arrears will be credited only … Read more
Year after year, flash floods have played havoc with Bengalureans, particularly those in and around low-lying pockets. Erratic rains fuelled by climate change concerns give them no time to prepare, as a month’s rainfall pours down in a few hours. The frequency of these high-intensity events has increased dramatically, demanding urgent but smart solutions. So … Read more
A digital board at a bus shelter which provides information on destinations and bus arrival times. | Photo Credit: K. MURALI KUMAR The digital boards, being put up by BMTC under Nirbhaya scheme, contain information about the bus routes, if they are AC or non-AC buses, their Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) and its destination … Read more
Bengaluru Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) Chief Commissioner Tushar Giri Nath, who is also the Bengaluru City District Election Officer, said there have been no cases of alleged digital bribes found in the city so far. Mr. Giri Nath on Tuesday participated in the ‘Meet the Press’ event organised by the Press Club of Bangalore … Read more
Much before starting commercial operations, the Sir M. Visvesvaraya Railway Terminal at Baiyappanahalli hit headlines for its “airport-like look’ and “world class” amenities, including a centralized air-conditioned system. More than ₹300 crore was spent to build the terminal — which can handle over 50,000 passengers a day — in order to decongest other busy railway … Read more
The trial of the smart parking system on Kasturba Road. | Photo Credit: K. MURALI KUMAR After implementing the smart parking system on 10 roads in the Central Business District (CBD), the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) has now failed to draw any bidders for the new smart parking system planned for all eight zones. … Read more