CM pulls up officials over delay in infrastructure projects in Bengaluru

He was upset with slow progress of Smart City projects and road work

Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa, who also holds charge of Bengaluru development, ‘expressed his disappointment over the slow progress of Smart City projects, despite the commencement of monsoon’, according to a statement from the CMO. He reviewed the progress of Smart City, Namma Metro and suburban rail projects in the city on Wednesday. “Twenty-seven road works are being implemented currently. Piles of mud and craters are seen on both sides of roads. It is a hurdle for people and vehicle movement. Last time, I had personally reviewed implementation of the works. I also gave a priority list and instructions to complete the work within May 31. But, the works have not been implemented. The monsoon has already arrived and is expected to intensify in another two weeks,” the CM stated. The city police drew the attention of the Chief Minister to traffic snarls in the Central Business District (CBD) due to ongoing road works, which will become a concern when the lockdown is lifted. This drew the ire of the Chief Minister, sources said.