CM Shri @DKShivakumar, in light of the strong public opposition, has said that he will revisit the Parks (Preservation) (Amendment) Act, which provides for 5% diversion of park land, and has also said that he is open to suggestions.
Despite my earlier experience of him not considering any of the suggestions given by me, other public representatives, experts and citizen groups, I am still writing this letter to him with renewed hope, offering suggestions for Bengaluru.
The suggestions:
1. Make reducing private vehicle dependence the central objective of Bengaluru’s mobility policy.
2. Restore the authority and independence of the BMLTA.
3. Stop the Short Tunnel project at Hebbal and protect Hebbal Lake.
4. Withdraw the 5% park land diversion amendment and drop the Tunnel Road project.
I hope the CM will use this opportunity to course-correct and put Bengaluru’s long-term interests above his political prestige.
Bengaluru showed up and how!
One message to CM - "Bro, it's done. Drop the tunnel road. Hands off Lalbagh"
This will continue until the State Govt withdraws the draconian 5% Park diversion law and drops the stupid tunnel road project.
#SaveLalbagh#StopTunnelRoad
The Bill allowing the diversion of up to 5% of parkland across Karnataka has been passed today. This has been brought specifically to facilitate projects like the Tunnel Road through Lalbagh.
It is a sad day for everyone who cares about protecting our environment, our parks and the rapidly shrinking green spaces in our cities.
I have written to the Hon’ble Governor, requesting him to return the Bill to the Legislature for reconsideration. I hope better sense prevails.
Whatever happens, our fight to protect Lalbagh, and Bengaluru’s green spaces will continue.
@TCGEHLOT@TcGehlotOffice
#Lalbagh #ParksPreservation
When Shri Yellappa Reddy sir, a 90 year old who has dedicated his entire life to protecting Karnataka’s forests, parks and soil, and who has served as Secretary of the Department of Forests, Ecology and Environment, speaks out, we must listen.
I sincerely hope the administration and leadership of the Government of Karnataka will pay heed.
A provision allowing up to 5% of a Park or Garden’s total area to be alienated through sale, lease, gift, exchange, mortgage or otherwise is seriously concerning.
Our parks, forests, and natural spaces belong to the people of Karnataka. They are not simply assets to be transferred or monetised. Once we compromise these spaces, we may not get them back.
This is about what kind of Karnataka we want to leave behind for the next generation.
@DKShivakumar@krishnabgowda@SS_Mallikarjun@shalinirajnish
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14 years ago, I began my BJYM journey as a karyakarta of the city unit. That it would take me all the way to National President was something I never ever imagined.
I am deeply grateful to @narendramodi Ji, HM @AmitShah Ji, @JPNadda Ji and @blsanthosh Ji for their faith and the opportunity to serve.
I thank @tarunchughbjp ji & @sunilbansalbjp ji for having guided us as the Prabhari’s.
My very best wishes to @drhemangjoshimp as he takes BJYM to greater heights under @NitinNabin Ji’s leadership.
To every karyakarta who opened your homes and hearts, guided and corrected me, and stood by me - thank you.
Positions change. Titles change but - Once BJYM, Always BJYM.
My heartfelt letter to you all.
@BJYM
Around 233 shops encroaching on the footpath between the Historic Bengaluru Fort, Victoria Hospital and KR Market were cleared today by the BLR Central Corporation.
Many of these were permanent metal-fabricated structures erected using forged documents purportedly issued by the erstwhile BBMP, completely blocking the view of the Historic Fort and leaving no space for pedestrians in one of Bengaluru’s busiest corridors.
After finding the documents to be bogus, the Hon’ble High Court directed the occupants to vacate within 15 days. Authorities waited 20 days before carrying out the clearance today, marking a major victory for the lakhs of citizens who use every day.
Among all Karnataka Cricketers of the 1990s, Sunil Joshi stands out. His journey was the most difficult. Travelling from Gadag to Hubli everyday to practice Cricket was a huge challenge. Making it to Bengaluru -centric Karnataka team and later to team India was no mean feat. His tears at the naming ceremony of the pavilion block at the KSCA stadium in Hubli after Sunil Joshi reflected his struggle. A fine man, Sunil Joshi has earned it. Congratulations Anna! @SunilJoshi_Spin@JioHotstar
Talibans have legalised wife beating but with out any bone fracture. If a wife goes to her parent place with out the husband’s permission , she will be jailed for three months . I beseech the Mufties and mullas
Of India to condemn it unconditionally because it all is being done in the name of their religion
Thank you for your support, sir.
Let us continue our fight against this #KhaliTrunkSarkara & bring out the reality of its misgovernance to the people.
#ಖಾಲಿ_ಟ್ರಂಕ್_ಸರ್ಕಾರ
ಪ್ರಪಂಚದ ಅತೀ ದೊಡ್ಡ ರಾಜಕೀಯ ಸಂಘಟನೆಯ ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರೀಯ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಷರ ಆಯ್ಕೆ ಸರ್ವಾನುಮತದಿಂದ (ಅವಿರೋಧ ವಾಗಿ)ಸಾಂವಿಧಾನಿಕ ಪ್ರಕ್ರಿಯೆ ಇಂದ ನಡೆದಿದೆ.ಬಿಜೆಪಿ ಇತಿಹಾಸದಲ್ಲೇ ಅತೀ ಕಿರಿಯವಯಸ್ಸಿನ ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರೀಯಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಷರಾಗಿ ಶ್ರೀ ನಿತಿನ್ ನಬೀನ್ ರವರು ಜವಾಬ್ದಾರಿ ವಹಿಸಿಕೊಂಡಿದ್ದಾರೆ.ಹಾರ್ದಿಕ ಶುಭಾಶಯಗಳು ಜೀ @NitinNabin#ನನ್ನ_ಪಕ್ಷ_ನನ್ನ_ಹೆಮ್ಮೆ