Binish Thomas (Sub-Editor)
*Gathers information about progress of ongoing and proposed road works over phone.
Mysuru:Chief Minister Siddaramaiah travelled by road from Mysuru to the Shiradi Ghat landslide site.During the journey,the Chief Minister took the opportunity to gather Information from officials about various road works.
As the Chief Minister’s vehicle approached Bilikere Cross,he was briefed on the 41 km long four-lane National Highway project proposed between Bilikere Cross and Yadagondanahalli.Officials informed him that tenders have been called for this significant 600 crore project.
Instructions to replace electrical poles located in dangerous locations:
Concerned about road safety,the Chief Minister issued instructions to cover the potholes along the route. Stressing on the need to prevent accidents, he directed officials to cover the potholes when the rains have stopped.
While passing through Doddakadanur in Hole Narasipur taluk,he directed officials over the phone to replace dangerously located electric poles and repair hazardous wiring.
The CM identified damaged road dividers while passing through Halli Mysuru and instructed the concerned officers to undertake necessary repairs work.
I don’t celebrate my birthday: Why all this:
Admirers along the route waited to offer garlands and shawls to wish the CM on his birthday.The CM who did not receive anything said “I do not celebrate my birthday’,waved his hand and moved on .
