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Bengaluru ORR Flooding: A Recurring Challenge That Needs Structural Solutions Yesterday's (June 2) heavy rainfall once again flooded key stretches of Bengaluru’s ORR, including Panathur, Balagere and Varthur, resulting in severe congestion and hours-long commutes for thousands of employees and residents. While the immediate trigger was an intense pre-monsoon...

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Bengaluru's Biggest Monsoon Tradition: Flooded Roads and Empty Promises This is Bengaluru. Looking at these visuals, one would think it is a swimming pool, not one of the city's major roads. The irony is that despite endless claims of development, smart infrastructure, and rapid urban growth, the same roads turn into waterlogged stretches every single time it rains. Just look at the water level. Vehicles are struggling to move, commuters are stranded, and residents are forced to wade through flooded roads. This is not an isolated incident or a one-time problem. It has become a recurring story across Bengaluru whenever there is moderate or heavy rainfall. The bigger question is: where are taxpayers' hard-earned money and infrastructure funds going? Citizens pay road tax, property tax, and numerous other charges with the expectation of basic civic amenities. Yet year after year, the city continues to witness the same drainage failures, poor road planning, and lack of accountability.Authorities issue promises after every monsoon, conduct inspections, and announce new projects, but the ground reality remains unchanged. If Bengaluru is truly India's technology capital, why are its residents still battling flooded roads every rainy season? Development cannot be measured by announcements and advertisements alone it must be reflected in the quality of infrastructure that citizens use every day.Until authorities fix the root causes of poor drainage, unplanned construction, and inadequate road infrastructure, Bengaluru's roads will continue to resemble swimming pools rather than the modern urban network that residents deserve. #bangalore #bengaluru #varthur #whitefield #sarjapur #bengalururains Maheshwar Rao.M, IAS Greater Bengaluru Authority BBMP_SWM Cell bbmpcommissioner ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು ನಗರ ಪೊಲೀಸ್‌ BengaluruCityPolice ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು ಸಂಚಾರ ಪೊಲೀಸ್ BengaluruTrafficPolice CP Bengaluru ಪೊಲೀಸ್ ಆಯುಕ್ತ ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು Joint CP, Traffic, Bengaluru alok kumar DGP KARNATAKA ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ರಾಜ್ಯ ಪೊಲೀಸ್ Karnataka State Police S. Lalitha ChristinMathewPhilip
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Bengaluru's Biggest Monsoon Tradition: Flooded Roads and Empty Promises This is Bengaluru. Looking at these visuals, one would think it is a swimming pool, not one of the city's major roads. The irony is that despite endless claims of development, smart infrastructure, and rapid urban growth, the same roads turn into waterlogged stretches every single time it rains. Just look at the water level. Vehicles are struggling to move, commuters are stranded, and residents are forced to wade through flooded roads. This is not an isolated incident or a one-time problem. It has become a recurring story across Bengaluru whenever there is moderate or heavy rainfall. The bigger question is: where are taxpayers' hard-earned money and infrastructure funds going? Citizens pay road tax, property tax, and numerous other charges with the expectation of basic civic amenities. Yet year after year, the city continues to witness the same drainage failures, poor road planning, and lack of accountability.Authorities issue promises after every monsoon, conduct inspections, and announce new projects, but the ground reality remains unchanged. If Bengaluru is truly India's technology capital, why are its residents still battling flooded roads every rainy season? Development cannot be measured by announcements and advertisements alone it must be reflected in the quality of infrastructure that citizens use every day.Until authorities fix the root causes of poor drainage, unplanned construction, and inadequate road infrastructure, Bengaluru's roads will continue to resemble swimming pools rather than the modern urban network that residents deserve. #bangalore #bengaluru #varthur #whitefield #sarjapur #bengalururains Maheshwar Rao.M, IAS Greater Bengaluru Authority BBMP_SWM Cell bbmpcommissioner ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು ನಗರ ಪೊಲೀಸ್‌ BengaluruCityPolice ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು ಸಂಚಾರ ಪೊಲೀಸ್ BengaluruTrafficPolice CP Bengaluru ಪೊಲೀಸ್ ಆಯುಕ್ತ ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು Joint CP, Traffic, Bengaluru alok kumar DGP KARNATAKA ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ರಾಜ್ಯ ಪೊಲೀಸ್ Karnataka State Police S. Lalitha ChristinMathewPhilip

Karnataka Portfolio

24,510 次观看 • 2 个月前

This is one of the worst stretches in Bengaluru, and unfortunately, this is not the first time it has been waterlogged. Year after year, every time heavy rain hits the city, this underpass turns into a lake, causing severe inconvenience to commuters, damaging vehicles, and putting lives at risk. Despite repeated incidents and countless complaints from citizens, nothing seems to have changed. The most frustrating part is that this problem is entirely predictable. Authorities know exactly what happens here during every monsoon, yet there appears to be no permanent solution or effective drainage system in place. Instead, residents and daily commuters are forced to suffer the same ordeal repeatedly while promises of infrastructure improvements remain on paper. Citizens pay taxes expecting better roads, proper stormwater management, and safe public infrastructure. However, situations like this raise serious questions about planning, accountability, and maintenance. How many more years will people have to endure the same issue before meaningful action is taken? A city aspiring to be a global technology hub cannot afford to have critical roads and underpasses flooded after every spell of rain. Public issues deserve attention, and citizens deserve better than the same recurring problem year after year. #bangalore #bengaluru #panathur #bengalururains #bangalorerains Maheshwar Rao.M, IAS Greater Bengaluru Authority bbmpcommissioner DK Shivakumar ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು ನಗರ ಪೊಲೀಸ್‌ BengaluruCityPolice ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು ಸಂಚಾರ ಪೊಲೀಸ್ BengaluruTrafficPolice CP Bengaluru ಪೊಲೀಸ್ ಆಯುಕ್ತ ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು alok kumar DGP KARNATAKA ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ರಾಜ್ಯ ಪೊಲೀಸ್ Karnataka State Police S. Lalitha ChristinMathewPhilip
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This is one of the worst stretches in Bengaluru, and unfortunately, this is not the first time it has been waterlogged. Year after year, every time heavy rain hits the city, this underpass turns into a lake, causing severe inconvenience to commuters, damaging vehicles, and putting lives at risk. Despite repeated incidents and countless complaints from citizens, nothing seems to have changed. The most frustrating part is that this problem is entirely predictable. Authorities know exactly what happens here during every monsoon, yet there appears to be no permanent solution or effective drainage system in place. Instead, residents and daily commuters are forced to suffer the same ordeal repeatedly while promises of infrastructure improvements remain on paper. Citizens pay taxes expecting better roads, proper stormwater management, and safe public infrastructure. However, situations like this raise serious questions about planning, accountability, and maintenance. How many more years will people have to endure the same issue before meaningful action is taken? A city aspiring to be a global technology hub cannot afford to have critical roads and underpasses flooded after every spell of rain. Public issues deserve attention, and citizens deserve better than the same recurring problem year after year. #bangalore #bengaluru #panathur #bengalururains #bangalorerains Maheshwar Rao.M, IAS Greater Bengaluru Authority bbmpcommissioner DK Shivakumar ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು ನಗರ ಪೊಲೀಸ್‌ BengaluruCityPolice ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು ಸಂಚಾರ ಪೊಲೀಸ್ BengaluruTrafficPolice CP Bengaluru ಪೊಲೀಸ್ ಆಯುಕ್ತ ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು alok kumar DGP KARNATAKA ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ರಾಜ್ಯ ಪೊಲೀಸ್ Karnataka State Police S. Lalitha ChristinMathewPhilip

Karnataka Portfolio

47,417 次观看 • 3 个月前

Met with DCM Shri DK Shivakumar today to discuss alternatives to the Tunnel Road Project. Expressed our opposition to the project, as it is not a sustainable solution and would not effectively address Bengaluru’s traffic congestion. An 18 km car-centric road is an impractical and unfeasible idea that would only worsen congestion and harm the environment. Urged a shift in focus towards Mass Rapid Transit Systems to truly decongest Bengaluru. Suggested a comprehensive vision with: - A 300 km Metro Rail network (3-min frequency) - ⁠314 km of Suburban Rail - ⁠Modern trams for short-distance commutes This rail-based backbone can help shift over 70% of commuters from roads to rail. Also proposed adding 5,000 BMTC buses, introducing BRTS on ORR, strengthening BMLTA with a full-time Chairman, and launching a mission-mode program to repair and standardize roads and footpaths for a walkable Bengaluru. Recommended a Special War Room to ensure timely Metro completion. Will continue to oppose the impractical, car-only Tunnel Road. A bipartisan approach is essential to solving Bengaluru’s mobility challenges in the city’s long-term interest.
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Met with DCM Shri DK Shivakumar today to discuss alternatives to the Tunnel Road Project. Expressed our opposition to the project, as it is not a sustainable solution and would not effectively address Bengaluru’s traffic congestion. An 18 km car-centric road is an impractical and unfeasible idea that would only worsen congestion and harm the environment. Urged a shift in focus towards Mass Rapid Transit Systems to truly decongest Bengaluru. Suggested a comprehensive vision with: - A 300 km Metro Rail network (3-min frequency) - ⁠314 km of Suburban Rail - ⁠Modern trams for short-distance commutes This rail-based backbone can help shift over 70% of commuters from roads to rail. Also proposed adding 5,000 BMTC buses, introducing BRTS on ORR, strengthening BMLTA with a full-time Chairman, and launching a mission-mode program to repair and standardize roads and footpaths for a walkable Bengaluru. Recommended a Special War Room to ensure timely Metro completion. Will continue to oppose the impractical, car-only Tunnel Road. A bipartisan approach is essential to solving Bengaluru’s mobility challenges in the city’s long-term interest.

Tejasvi Surya

240,905 次观看 • 10 个月前

Smooth Commute Ahead on Hebbal–Nagawara Stretch 🚶‍♂️...🛵... 🚗✨ A major clean-up and encroachment removal drive along the Hebbal–Nagawara–Allalasandra Bridge (Outer Ring Road) corridor is set to improve traffic flow, pedestrian movement and overall road safety. Over the past week, a large-scale sanitation and debris-clearing operation was carried out across this busy stretch, involving multiple civic and infrastructure agencies, along with local businesses, traders and community groups. 🔹 What was done? • Removal of construction debris and roadside waste • Clearing of encroached footpaths to restore pedestrian access • Beautification of pedestrian pathways • Elimination of long-standing garbage black spots 🔹 Key impact: • Around 1,200 tonnes of waste and debris cleared • Over 150 sanitation workers deployed daily • Use of JCBs, tractors, tippers and compactors • ~40 illegal shop extensions removed, freeing footpaths for public use 🔹 Local-level results: In Dasarahalli ward alone, 150 tonnes of waste were cleared and 80 metres of footpath was upgraded with the support of civic staff and volunteers. 🌱 Why this matters: Cleaner roads, safer footpaths and smoother traffic not only improve daily commutes but also encourage better civic habits, environmental responsibility and respect for public spaces. 📍 Location: Hebbal – Nagawara – Allalasandra Bridge (ORR) Bengaluru North City Corporation
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Smooth Commute Ahead on Hebbal–Nagawara Stretch 🚶‍♂️...🛵... 🚗✨ A major clean-up and encroachment removal drive along the Hebbal–Nagawara–Allalasandra Bridge (Outer Ring Road) corridor is set to improve traffic flow, pedestrian movement and overall road safety. Over the past week, a large-scale sanitation and debris-clearing operation was carried out across this busy stretch, involving multiple civic and infrastructure agencies, along with local businesses, traders and community groups. 🔹 What was done? • Removal of construction debris and roadside waste • Clearing of encroached footpaths to restore pedestrian access • Beautification of pedestrian pathways • Elimination of long-standing garbage black spots 🔹 Key impact: • Around 1,200 tonnes of waste and debris cleared • Over 150 sanitation workers deployed daily • Use of JCBs, tractors, tippers and compactors • ~40 illegal shop extensions removed, freeing footpaths for public use 🔹 Local-level results: In Dasarahalli ward alone, 150 tonnes of waste were cleared and 80 metres of footpath was upgraded with the support of civic staff and volunteers. 🌱 Why this matters: Cleaner roads, safer footpaths and smoother traffic not only improve daily commutes but also encourage better civic habits, environmental responsibility and respect for public spaces. 📍 Location: Hebbal – Nagawara – Allalasandra Bridge (ORR) Bengaluru North City Corporation

Bengaluru Post

13,070 次观看 • 8 个月前

Earlier today, I led an extensive inspection tour of critical drainage infrastructure and flood mitigation projects across Lekki, Agungi, Ikota and Ajiran, and what we uncovered demands immediate and decisive action. The persistent flooding in Agungi despite the completion of major drainage infrastructure over two years ago has a clear cause. At Ajiran, we discovered that a land owning family deliberately blocked the outfall channel that was specifically designed to discharge stormwater by gravity into the Lagos Lagoon. I have directed that the outlet be reopened immediately in the overriding public interest. Let me state clearly: no individual or family has the right to obstruct natural watercourses or public drainage infrastructure regardless of their land titles. We are not taking anyone's land. We are simply restoring the channel to allow water to flow freely and protect thousands of residents from avoidable flooding. At Megamond Estate in Ikota, we found that developers had illegally reclaimed part of the Ikota River and commenced construction without obtaining the necessary environmental and drainage approvals. Enforcement and abatement notices had been served previously but were ignored. From tomorrow morning, all illegal structures erected on reclaimed drainage alignments without approval in that estate will be removed. This action sends a clear message that Lagos will not tolerate encroachment on drainage channels or public infrastructure. I also reiterate that any development involving wetlands or water related projects must obtain an Environmental Impact Assessment and Wetland Clearance from the Ministry before any reclamation or construction begins. We do not care whose ox is gored. It is unfair to law abiding residents and unacceptable because it compromises public safety. I urge every Lagosian to remain vigilant. The illegal activities we uncovered today came to our attention through whistleblowers. We investigated, verified, and acted. See something, say something - constructively. We are fully committed to a #CleanerLagos and a #GreaterLagos.
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Earlier today, I led an extensive inspection tour of critical drainage infrastructure and flood mitigation projects across Lekki, Agungi, Ikota and Ajiran, and what we uncovered demands immediate and decisive action. The persistent flooding in Agungi despite the completion of major drainage infrastructure over two years ago has a clear cause. At Ajiran, we discovered that a land owning family deliberately blocked the outfall channel that was specifically designed to discharge stormwater by gravity into the Lagos Lagoon. I have directed that the outlet be reopened immediately in the overriding public interest. Let me state clearly: no individual or family has the right to obstruct natural watercourses or public drainage infrastructure regardless of their land titles. We are not taking anyone's land. We are simply restoring the channel to allow water to flow freely and protect thousands of residents from avoidable flooding. At Megamond Estate in Ikota, we found that developers had illegally reclaimed part of the Ikota River and commenced construction without obtaining the necessary environmental and drainage approvals. Enforcement and abatement notices had been served previously but were ignored. From tomorrow morning, all illegal structures erected on reclaimed drainage alignments without approval in that estate will be removed. This action sends a clear message that Lagos will not tolerate encroachment on drainage channels or public infrastructure. I also reiterate that any development involving wetlands or water related projects must obtain an Environmental Impact Assessment and Wetland Clearance from the Ministry before any reclamation or construction begins. We do not care whose ox is gored. It is unfair to law abiding residents and unacceptable because it compromises public safety. I urge every Lagosian to remain vigilant. The illegal activities we uncovered today came to our attention through whistleblowers. We investigated, verified, and acted. See something, say something - constructively. We are fully committed to a #CleanerLagos and a #GreaterLagos.

Tokunbo Wahab

139,342 次观看 • 2 个月前

Public Safety Ignored: Child Falls Into Uncovered Drain in Govindapura In a disturbing incident that once again exposes civic negligence in Bengaluru, a young school-going child fell into an open stormwater drain in Govindapura, Sarvajna Nagar. The incident occurred right in front of the school premises, where construction work was underway without even the most basic safety precautions. Shockingly, the stormwater drain had been left uncovered, with no barricades, warning signs, or protective measures in place. Due to the unsafe conditions on the road, the child was forced to walk along the edge to reach school and accidentally fell into the open drain where the slab had been left exposed. Such blatant carelessness highlights the utter disregard for public safety by the authorities responsible for overseeing the work. Thankfully, the child was rescued immediately by alert passersby and escaped without any injuries. However, this narrow escape cannot be brushed aside as mere luck. The incident comes less than a week after another tragic case in which a child lost his life due to negligence by the Water Board, raising serious and alarming concerns about the continued failure of civic agencies, including the GBA, to ensure safe infrastructure.Residents of the area have expressed anger and frustration, stating that slow, poorly planned, and unsafe construction work has turned daily movement into a life-threatening task. Parents fear for their children’s safety, while pedestrians are left to navigate dangerous roads filled with open drains, debris, and incomplete works.This incident is yet another reminder that unchecked infrastructure projects and lack of accountability are putting innocent lives at risk. Authorities must be held responsible for their negligence before more lives are endangered. Safety cannot be treated as optional, and urgent action is needed to ensure proper barricading, clear signage, and strict monitoring of civic works to prevent such incidents from recurring #bangalore #bengaluru #drainage #gba #kid Maheshwar Rao.M, IAS Greater Bengaluru Authority ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು ನಗರ ಪೊಲೀಸ್‌ BengaluruCityPolice ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು ಸಂಚಾರ ಪೊಲೀಸ್ BengaluruTrafficPolice CP Bengaluru ಪೊಲೀಸ್ ಆಯುಕ್ತ ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು Joint CP, Traffic, Bengaluru alok kumar DGP KARNATAKA ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ರಾಜ್ಯ ಪೊಲೀಸ್ Karnataka State Police S. Lalitha ChristinMathewPhilip
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Public Safety Ignored: Child Falls Into Uncovered Drain in Govindapura In a disturbing incident that once again exposes civic negligence in Bengaluru, a young school-going child fell into an open stormwater drain in Govindapura, Sarvajna Nagar. The incident occurred right in front of the school premises, where construction work was underway without even the most basic safety precautions. Shockingly, the stormwater drain had been left uncovered, with no barricades, warning signs, or protective measures in place. Due to the unsafe conditions on the road, the child was forced to walk along the edge to reach school and accidentally fell into the open drain where the slab had been left exposed. Such blatant carelessness highlights the utter disregard for public safety by the authorities responsible for overseeing the work. Thankfully, the child was rescued immediately by alert passersby and escaped without any injuries. However, this narrow escape cannot be brushed aside as mere luck. The incident comes less than a week after another tragic case in which a child lost his life due to negligence by the Water Board, raising serious and alarming concerns about the continued failure of civic agencies, including the GBA, to ensure safe infrastructure.Residents of the area have expressed anger and frustration, stating that slow, poorly planned, and unsafe construction work has turned daily movement into a life-threatening task. Parents fear for their children’s safety, while pedestrians are left to navigate dangerous roads filled with open drains, debris, and incomplete works.This incident is yet another reminder that unchecked infrastructure projects and lack of accountability are putting innocent lives at risk. Authorities must be held responsible for their negligence before more lives are endangered. Safety cannot be treated as optional, and urgent action is needed to ensure proper barricading, clear signage, and strict monitoring of civic works to prevent such incidents from recurring #bangalore #bengaluru #drainage #gba #kid Maheshwar Rao.M, IAS Greater Bengaluru Authority ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು ನಗರ ಪೊಲೀಸ್‌ BengaluruCityPolice ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು ಸಂಚಾರ ಪೊಲೀಸ್ BengaluruTrafficPolice CP Bengaluru ಪೊಲೀಸ್ ಆಯುಕ್ತ ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು Joint CP, Traffic, Bengaluru alok kumar DGP KARNATAKA ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ರಾಜ್ಯ ಪೊಲೀಸ್ Karnataka State Police S. Lalitha ChristinMathewPhilip

Karnataka Portfolio

11,488 次观看 • 6 个月前

Serving Bengaluru Beyond Duty location - Hebbal Flyover starting ramp towards city market airport Road Today, at around 3:00 PM, heavy rainfall lashed Bengaluru, leading to severe waterlogging and traffic congestion at several locations across the city. While I was at home, I immediately checked Google Maps to identify the worst-affected areas with heavy traffic and waterlogging. Without waiting for any instruction, I stepped out to assist wherever help was needed. As a responsible citizen, I firmly believe that traffic management during emergencies is not the responsibility of the Traffic Police alone. During heavy rain and waterlogging, no single department can handle the situation by itself. It is our collective responsibility as citizens to stand together, support one another, and extend a helping hand in the interest of public safety. Every small effort made for society contributes to saving valuable time, reducing traffic congestion, and, in many cases, protecting lives. Shree Ram Bishnoi Traffic Warden – North East Zone Bengaluru City Police Ambulance Volunteer 📞 Mobile: 9909414029 / 7019345409 📧 Email: shreeramb931@gmail.com Hebbal Traffic Police Station DCP Traffic North, Bengaluru ACP Traffic Northeast *ಆರ್ ಸಿ ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು | RC Bengaluru* BANASAWADI TRAFFIC BTP K.R.PURA TRAFFIC POLICE.BENGALURU. DCP Traffic East ಉಪ ಪೊಲೀಸ್ ಆಯುಕ್ತರು ಸಂಚಾರ ಪೂರ್ವ ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು ಸಂಚಾರ ಪೊಲೀಸ್ BengaluruTrafficPolice Joint CP, Traffic, Bengaluru Anil Budur Lulla Bengaluru Post ChristinMathewPhilip Greater Bengaluru Authority ITISOTHERSIDE Karnataka Portfolio Office of the OSD to CM Karnataka BCP-Traffic Warden Organisation #TrafficPolice #BengaluruTraffic #Whitefield #RoadSafety #GoldenHour #TrafficWarden #Bengaluru #Hebbal #AirportRoad #PublicSafety
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Serving Bengaluru Beyond Duty location - Hebbal Flyover starting ramp towards city market airport Road Today, at around 3:00 PM, heavy rainfall lashed Bengaluru, leading to severe waterlogging and traffic congestion at several locations across the city. While I was at home, I immediately checked Google Maps to identify the worst-affected areas with heavy traffic and waterlogging. Without waiting for any instruction, I stepped out to assist wherever help was needed. As a responsible citizen, I firmly believe that traffic management during emergencies is not the responsibility of the Traffic Police alone. During heavy rain and waterlogging, no single department can handle the situation by itself. It is our collective responsibility as citizens to stand together, support one another, and extend a helping hand in the interest of public safety. Every small effort made for society contributes to saving valuable time, reducing traffic congestion, and, in many cases, protecting lives. Shree Ram Bishnoi Traffic Warden – North East Zone Bengaluru City Police Ambulance Volunteer 📞 Mobile: 9909414029 / 7019345409 📧 Email: [email protected] Hebbal Traffic Police Station DCP Traffic North, Bengaluru ACP Traffic Northeast *ಆರ್ ಸಿ ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು | RC Bengaluru* BANASAWADI TRAFFIC BTP K.R.PURA TRAFFIC POLICE.BENGALURU. DCP Traffic East ಉಪ ಪೊಲೀಸ್ ಆಯುಕ್ತರು ಸಂಚಾರ ಪೂರ್ವ ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು ಸಂಚಾರ ಪೊಲೀಸ್ BengaluruTrafficPolice Joint CP, Traffic, Bengaluru Anil Budur Lulla Bengaluru Post ChristinMathewPhilip Greater Bengaluru Authority ITISOTHERSIDE Karnataka Portfolio Office of the OSD to CM Karnataka BCP-Traffic Warden Organisation #TrafficPolice #BengaluruTraffic #Whitefield #RoadSafety #GoldenHour #TrafficWarden #Bengaluru #Hebbal #AirportRoad #PublicSafety

Shree ram Bishnoi

177,815 次观看 • 2 个月前

Earlier today my team and I returned to the Ajiran and Agungi axis in Eti-Osa to inspect the ongoing removal of contraventions and drainage restoration works, and I can report that our decisive intervention is already yielding visible results. Within 48 to 72 hours of reopening the Ajiran channel to the Lagoon and the Ikota River, we have seen a remarkable improvement in stormwater discharge, bringing real relief to residents of Agungi, Ajiran Village, and neighbouring communities. We are not done yet. This exercise continues until the entire drainage alignment is fully restored and reconnected to the natural water bodies. I also met with community leaders and residents to explain both the immediate and long term measures we are deploying. We are collaborating with the Ministry of Works and Infrastructure to deliver a sustainable engineering solution for this flood prone corridor, and I have directed the Emergency Flood Abatement Gang to commence remedial maintenance on channels requiring urgent intervention. At Orange Island on Freedom Way, I reaffirmed that the government remains resolute against illegal dredging and land reclamation. Reclamation activities there were halted last year because the developers failed to obtain the mandatory Environmental Impact Assessment and drainage clearance. That area is a major discharge outlet for Lekki Phase I into the Lagoon and any obstruction would create significant environmental challenges. We also inspected downstream discharge points serving Itedo, Kushenla and Freedom Way and identified additional corrective measures for immediate implementation. I commend the Local Government authorities for improving their operational capacity. Flood management is a shared duty. Every new road must have properly designed collector drains connected to primary canals, and communities must take ownership of completed infrastructure. On enforcement, we continue to arrest and prosecute environmental offenders. We will soon deploy between 140 and 150 additional waste compactors to strengthen LAWMA's fleet and support PSP operators. Before the end of this year, our Material Recovery Facilities and Transfer Loading Stations will begin diverting over 4,000 tonnes of waste daily from landfills as we accelerate the transition from a linear waste system to a circular economy. This is the work of building a flood resilient #CleanerLagos and a #GreaterLagos.
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Earlier today my team and I returned to the Ajiran and Agungi axis in Eti-Osa to inspect the ongoing removal of contraventions and drainage restoration works, and I can report that our decisive intervention is already yielding visible results. Within 48 to 72 hours of reopening the Ajiran channel to the Lagoon and the Ikota River, we have seen a remarkable improvement in stormwater discharge, bringing real relief to residents of Agungi, Ajiran Village, and neighbouring communities. We are not done yet. This exercise continues until the entire drainage alignment is fully restored and reconnected to the natural water bodies. I also met with community leaders and residents to explain both the immediate and long term measures we are deploying. We are collaborating with the Ministry of Works and Infrastructure to deliver a sustainable engineering solution for this flood prone corridor, and I have directed the Emergency Flood Abatement Gang to commence remedial maintenance on channels requiring urgent intervention. At Orange Island on Freedom Way, I reaffirmed that the government remains resolute against illegal dredging and land reclamation. Reclamation activities there were halted last year because the developers failed to obtain the mandatory Environmental Impact Assessment and drainage clearance. That area is a major discharge outlet for Lekki Phase I into the Lagoon and any obstruction would create significant environmental challenges. We also inspected downstream discharge points serving Itedo, Kushenla and Freedom Way and identified additional corrective measures for immediate implementation. I commend the Local Government authorities for improving their operational capacity. Flood management is a shared duty. Every new road must have properly designed collector drains connected to primary canals, and communities must take ownership of completed infrastructure. On enforcement, we continue to arrest and prosecute environmental offenders. We will soon deploy between 140 and 150 additional waste compactors to strengthen LAWMA's fleet and support PSP operators. Before the end of this year, our Material Recovery Facilities and Transfer Loading Stations will begin diverting over 4,000 tonnes of waste daily from landfills as we accelerate the transition from a linear waste system to a circular economy. This is the work of building a flood resilient #CleanerLagos and a #GreaterLagos.

Tokunbo Wahab

36,723 次观看 • 1 个月前

Heavy rains received on Saturday have left many houses surrounded by water at the Ehenye residential area in Oshakati, Oshana Region. The pools of water in the yards are making it difficult for residents to move to and from their homes, while those with sedans have to look for parking elsewhere because their cars could be submerged. Residents are furious, and they are blaming the Oshakati Town Council for allocating them plots in a flood-prone area that they say was not properly planned. They say the Ehenye residences are located in the middle of an oshana, and professional surveying was supposed to be undertaken before the formalisation and construction of houses. The residents argue that Ehenye lacks a proper drainage system and has insufficient stormwater channels, leading to water stagnation in yards. Some residents allege that despite their repeated letters to the Oshakati Town Council to address the flooding of houses at Ehenye, their appeal went unanswered. People are now worried that if the downpour continues in the coming days, the water will enter their houses and cause damage to their properties. In response, Oshakati Town Council's Public Relations Officer, Katarina Kamari, said the council is aware of the situation, which has unfortunately affected the whole town, not only Ehenye. She said despite the council's efforts to allocate funds for the construction of stormwater channels around the town and elevate roads, budgetary constraints remain a challenge. Tonateni Haimbodi #NBCNews #nbcdigitalnews #nbcDSTV282 #nbcGOtv20 #nbcPlusApp
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Heavy rains received on Saturday have left many houses surrounded by water at the Ehenye residential area in Oshakati, Oshana Region. The pools of water in the yards are making it difficult for residents to move to and from their homes, while those with sedans have to look for parking elsewhere because their cars could be submerged. Residents are furious, and they are blaming the Oshakati Town Council for allocating them plots in a flood-prone area that they say was not properly planned. They say the Ehenye residences are located in the middle of an oshana, and professional surveying was supposed to be undertaken before the formalisation and construction of houses. The residents argue that Ehenye lacks a proper drainage system and has insufficient stormwater channels, leading to water stagnation in yards. Some residents allege that despite their repeated letters to the Oshakati Town Council to address the flooding of houses at Ehenye, their appeal went unanswered. People are now worried that if the downpour continues in the coming days, the water will enter their houses and cause damage to their properties. In response, Oshakati Town Council's Public Relations Officer, Katarina Kamari, said the council is aware of the situation, which has unfortunately affected the whole town, not only Ehenye. She said despite the council's efforts to allocate funds for the construction of stormwater channels around the town and elevate roads, budgetary constraints remain a challenge. Tonateni Haimbodi #NBCNews #nbcdigitalnews #nbcDSTV282 #nbcGOtv20 #nbcPlusApp

NBC Digital News

17,428 次观看 • 1 年前

HII MVUA NI SERIOUS PIGIA GEOFFREY MOSIRIA! Emergency contact:1508. BE CAREFUL NAIROBIANS! Heavy rains are currently being experienced across Nairobi, and I urge all city residents to exercise extreme caution during this period. Motorists are advised to avoid overspeeding, especially now that many roads have become flooded and slippery. Please drive carefully to prevent accidents. Residents living near rivers and riparian areas are strongly advised to move at least 30 meters from both sides of the river, or up to 60 meters in areas where flooding may be more intense, to avoid danger in the event of river overflow. Members of the public should also avoid walking or crossing through fast-moving floodwaters, as strong currents can easily sweep someone away when least expected. The current flooding challenges are largely linked to the fact that Nairobi’s drainage infrastructure was designed many years ago, at a time when the city had a much smaller population and less urban development. Today, large sections of the city are covered with concrete and other impermeable surfaces, which significantly reduces the natural absorption of rainwater into the soil. As a result, large volumes of stormwater are forced into drainage systems that were not designed to handle such capacity, leading to flooding in several parts of the city. Through the existing collaboration framework between the National Government and the County Government, plans are underway to comprehensively upgrade and expand the city’s stormwater drainage infrastructure. The objective is to significantly increase its capacity and resilience so that it can effectively serve Nairobi’s growing population and support the city’s needs for the next 100 years plus. As part of these interventions, all illegal structures constructed on top of drainage systems, along drainage corridors, and along main roads obstructing stormwater flow will be removed without negotiation. Additionally, individuals occupying riparian reserves within 30 meters on both sides of rivers will be relocated unconditionally. These measures are necessary because public safety remains the government’s highest priority, and we cannot wait until lives are lost before taking preventive action. Residents are therefore urged to cooperate with the relevant authorities as we implement these measures aimed at protecting lives, preventing flooding, safeguarding infrastructure, and building a more resilient, well-planned, and sustainable Nairobi for current and future generations.
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HII MVUA NI SERIOUS PIGIA GEOFFREY MOSIRIA! Emergency contact:1508. BE CAREFUL NAIROBIANS! Heavy rains are currently being experienced across Nairobi, and I urge all city residents to exercise extreme caution during this period. Motorists are advised to avoid overspeeding, especially now that many roads have become flooded and slippery. Please drive carefully to prevent accidents. Residents living near rivers and riparian areas are strongly advised to move at least 30 meters from both sides of the river, or up to 60 meters in areas where flooding may be more intense, to avoid danger in the event of river overflow. Members of the public should also avoid walking or crossing through fast-moving floodwaters, as strong currents can easily sweep someone away when least expected. The current flooding challenges are largely linked to the fact that Nairobi’s drainage infrastructure was designed many years ago, at a time when the city had a much smaller population and less urban development. Today, large sections of the city are covered with concrete and other impermeable surfaces, which significantly reduces the natural absorption of rainwater into the soil. As a result, large volumes of stormwater are forced into drainage systems that were not designed to handle such capacity, leading to flooding in several parts of the city. Through the existing collaboration framework between the National Government and the County Government, plans are underway to comprehensively upgrade and expand the city’s stormwater drainage infrastructure. The objective is to significantly increase its capacity and resilience so that it can effectively serve Nairobi’s growing population and support the city’s needs for the next 100 years plus. As part of these interventions, all illegal structures constructed on top of drainage systems, along drainage corridors, and along main roads obstructing stormwater flow will be removed without negotiation. Additionally, individuals occupying riparian reserves within 30 meters on both sides of rivers will be relocated unconditionally. These measures are necessary because public safety remains the government’s highest priority, and we cannot wait until lives are lost before taking preventive action. Residents are therefore urged to cooperate with the relevant authorities as we implement these measures aimed at protecting lives, preventing flooding, safeguarding infrastructure, and building a more resilient, well-planned, and sustainable Nairobi for current and future generations.

Geoffrey Mosiria

30,053 次观看 • 5 个月前

Karnataka Revenue Minister Krishna Byre Gowda strongly came down on his own government machinery and the contractor during an inspection of the ongoing Metro Phase 2B project from Nagawara to Bagalur Cross on Sunday, openly expressing his frustration over prolonged delays, poor execution, and the hardships being imposed on the public.During the inspection, the minister pulled up Metro officials and contractors for incomplete pillars, blocked roads, and footpaths filled with construction debris, which have severely affected traffic flow and pedestrian movement. He ordered the immediate clearance of waste, removal of unnecessary roadblocks, and directed officials to speed up construction work to reduce inconvenience to commuters and residents.Byre Gowda expressed shock that Metro pillars at some locations have remained incomplete for nearly two years. Questioning the lack of accountability and planning, he asked officials why a stretch of road had been shut for over a year with little visible progress. “You shut this stretch a year ago. What have you been doing all this time? Does it take one year just to complete a pile cap? Now you are saying in two months you will do magic. Where is the pillar? I can’t even see it,” he remarked sharply, taking a direct dig at the contractor.He also criticised the irrational blocking of roads, pointing out that construction activity at one location was causing road closures and traffic chaos elsewhere. “If work is happening at Hebbal, then block Hebbal. Why are you closing roads here and troubling people unnecessarily?” he asked, highlighting the lack of coordination and sensitivity towards public suffering.The minister further flagged the pathetic condition of footpaths and service roads, which were clogged with debris and construction waste, making movement extremely difficult and unsafe for pedestrians and motorists. He directed officials to clear the debris immediately and restore access for the public. Acting on his instructions, officials cleared the waste on the spot in his presence. Raising serious concerns over worsening traffic congestion in North Bengaluru, Byre Gowda pointed out that several roads had been blocked without justification, leading to daily traffic snarls and long delays for commuters. He instructed officials to remove avoidable barricades without delay and ensure smoother vehicular movement.Criticising the authorities for testing public patience, the minister stressed that prolonged and poorly managed construction work was unfairly burdening citizens who have been enduring inconvenience for years. He warned officials that delays, lack of planning, and casual execution would not be tolerated any longer, and called for strict accountability and better coordination to ensure Metro works are completed at the earliest. He подчеркed that development cannot come at the cost of endless suffering for the public, and authorities must respect the patience and time of Bengalureans #bangalore #bengaluru #bagalur #yelahanka Krishna Byre Gowda ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು ನಗರ ಪೊಲೀಸ್‌ BengaluruCityPolice ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು ಸಂಚಾರ ಪೊಲೀಸ್ BengaluruTrafficPolice alok kumar DGP KARNATAKA ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ರಾಜ್ಯ ಪೊಲೀಸ್ Karnataka State Police S. Lalitha ChristinMathewPhilip Tejasvi Surya P C Mohan
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Karnataka Revenue Minister Krishna Byre Gowda strongly came down on his own government machinery and the contractor during an inspection of the ongoing Metro Phase 2B project from Nagawara to Bagalur Cross on Sunday, openly expressing his frustration over prolonged delays, poor execution, and the hardships being imposed on the public.During the inspection, the minister pulled up Metro officials and contractors for incomplete pillars, blocked roads, and footpaths filled with construction debris, which have severely affected traffic flow and pedestrian movement. He ordered the immediate clearance of waste, removal of unnecessary roadblocks, and directed officials to speed up construction work to reduce inconvenience to commuters and residents.Byre Gowda expressed shock that Metro pillars at some locations have remained incomplete for nearly two years. Questioning the lack of accountability and planning, he asked officials why a stretch of road had been shut for over a year with little visible progress. “You shut this stretch a year ago. What have you been doing all this time? Does it take one year just to complete a pile cap? Now you are saying in two months you will do magic. Where is the pillar? I can’t even see it,” he remarked sharply, taking a direct dig at the contractor.He also criticised the irrational blocking of roads, pointing out that construction activity at one location was causing road closures and traffic chaos elsewhere. “If work is happening at Hebbal, then block Hebbal. Why are you closing roads here and troubling people unnecessarily?” he asked, highlighting the lack of coordination and sensitivity towards public suffering.The minister further flagged the pathetic condition of footpaths and service roads, which were clogged with debris and construction waste, making movement extremely difficult and unsafe for pedestrians and motorists. He directed officials to clear the debris immediately and restore access for the public. Acting on his instructions, officials cleared the waste on the spot in his presence. Raising serious concerns over worsening traffic congestion in North Bengaluru, Byre Gowda pointed out that several roads had been blocked without justification, leading to daily traffic snarls and long delays for commuters. He instructed officials to remove avoidable barricades without delay and ensure smoother vehicular movement.Criticising the authorities for testing public patience, the minister stressed that prolonged and poorly managed construction work was unfairly burdening citizens who have been enduring inconvenience for years. He warned officials that delays, lack of planning, and casual execution would not be tolerated any longer, and called for strict accountability and better coordination to ensure Metro works are completed at the earliest. He подчеркed that development cannot come at the cost of endless suffering for the public, and authorities must respect the patience and time of Bengalureans #bangalore #bengaluru #bagalur #yelahanka Krishna Byre Gowda ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು ನಗರ ಪೊಲೀಸ್‌ BengaluruCityPolice ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು ಸಂಚಾರ ಪೊಲೀಸ್ BengaluruTrafficPolice alok kumar DGP KARNATAKA ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ರಾಜ್ಯ ಪೊಲೀಸ್ Karnataka State Police S. Lalitha ChristinMathewPhilip Tejasvi Surya P C Mohan

Karnataka Portfolio

179,524 次观看 • 8 个月前

Sunroof Shenanigans: Public Road Becomes Private Bedroom for Bengaluru Couple What is truly happening to people these days? In yet another bizarre and concerning incident, a young couple was caught on camera engaging in highly inappropriate behavior through the sunroof of a moving car on Bengaluru’s busy Trinity Road. The footage, which has now gone viral, shows the duo openly kissing and displaying excessive public affection all while the vehicle was in motion, drawing the attention and concern of fellow commuters and pedestrians alike. This reckless act took place under the jurisdiction of the Halasuru Traffic Police, raising not only questions about moral decency in public spaces but also serious concerns about road safety. It is both shocking and disheartening that such behavior is now being flaunted without any fear of consequences, as if public roads have become private lounges for attention-seeking stunts. Not only is this a blatant violation of traffic norms and decency, but it also poses a grave danger to the safety of everyone on the road. Engaging in such irresponsible acts inside a moving vehicle especially through a sunroof is a disaster waiting to happen. One wrong turn, a sudden brake, or a distracted driver could result in fatal consequences.Moreover, this kind of public display is not just disrespectful, it sets a very poor example, especially for younger viewers and children who may witness such acts in public. Freedom and modernity must never come at the cost of safety, decency, and mutual respect in a civil society. It’s high time that authorities take strict action against such reckless behavior and enforce traffic and decency laws more rigorously. Bengaluru is already battling congestion, poor infrastructure, and road safety challenges the last thing the city needs is a culture of careless stunts and irresponsible public behavior. #bangalore #bengaluru #couple ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು ನಗರ ಪೊಲೀಸ್‌ BengaluruCityPolice ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು ಸಂಚಾರ ಪೊಲೀಸ್ BengaluruTrafficPolice CP Bengaluru ಪೊಲೀಸ್ ಆಯುಕ್ತ ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು Joint CP, Traffic, Bengaluru alok kumar DGP KARNATAKA ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ರಾಜ್ಯ ಪೊಲೀಸ್ Karnataka State Police HALASURU GATE BCP S. Lalitha ChristinMathewPhilip
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Sunroof Shenanigans: Public Road Becomes Private Bedroom for Bengaluru Couple What is truly happening to people these days? In yet another bizarre and concerning incident, a young couple was caught on camera engaging in highly inappropriate behavior through the sunroof of a moving car on Bengaluru’s busy Trinity Road. The footage, which has now gone viral, shows the duo openly kissing and displaying excessive public affection all while the vehicle was in motion, drawing the attention and concern of fellow commuters and pedestrians alike. This reckless act took place under the jurisdiction of the Halasuru Traffic Police, raising not only questions about moral decency in public spaces but also serious concerns about road safety. It is both shocking and disheartening that such behavior is now being flaunted without any fear of consequences, as if public roads have become private lounges for attention-seeking stunts. Not only is this a blatant violation of traffic norms and decency, but it also poses a grave danger to the safety of everyone on the road. Engaging in such irresponsible acts inside a moving vehicle especially through a sunroof is a disaster waiting to happen. One wrong turn, a sudden brake, or a distracted driver could result in fatal consequences.Moreover, this kind of public display is not just disrespectful, it sets a very poor example, especially for younger viewers and children who may witness such acts in public. Freedom and modernity must never come at the cost of safety, decency, and mutual respect in a civil society. It’s high time that authorities take strict action against such reckless behavior and enforce traffic and decency laws more rigorously. Bengaluru is already battling congestion, poor infrastructure, and road safety challenges the last thing the city needs is a culture of careless stunts and irresponsible public behavior. #bangalore #bengaluru #couple ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು ನಗರ ಪೊಲೀಸ್‌ BengaluruCityPolice ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು ಸಂಚಾರ ಪೊಲೀಸ್ BengaluruTrafficPolice CP Bengaluru ಪೊಲೀಸ್ ಆಯುಕ್ತ ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು Joint CP, Traffic, Bengaluru alok kumar DGP KARNATAKA ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ರಾಜ್ಯ ಪೊಲೀಸ್ Karnataka State Police HALASURU GATE BCP S. Lalitha ChristinMathewPhilip

Karnataka Portfolio

19,062 次观看 • 1 年前

Dear CMOTamilNadu, It is with great pain and frustration that I am writing this. In our area, there was absolutely no necessity for constructing a new stormwater drain. There was already a well established sewage canal, reportedly a British era construction, with a natural drainage system leading towards the Adyar River. Around 15 December 2025, work on the stormwater drain commenced. In the process, the existing canal was indiscriminately excavated and destroyed, without apparently establishing what infrastructure lay underneath. Sewage was mixed with the Metro Water pipeline, roads were damaged and the entire neighbourhood was thrown into chaos. Today, nearly eight and a half months later, the situation remains unresolved. We continue to face severe traffic congestion, water stagnation and a serious mosquito menace. Most alarmingly, the Metro Water Department has still not identified or rectified the point at which sewage is contaminating the water supply. Consequently, residents have been unable to safely use the Metro Water supply and are being forced to purchase tanker water at considerable expense. This cannot simply be dismissed as an unfortunate infrastructure failure. There must be accountability for how such a project was conceived, sanctioned, executed and supervised. If there has been corruption, collusion or gross negligence, the entire chain of responsibility must be investigated, including the concerned Minister, Mayor, senior officials, engineers, contractors and other persons responsible, irrespective of their political affiliation. What has happened amounts to a Himalayan waste of public money and has caused enormous hardship to ordinary citizens. Beautiful residential streets have been destroyed, public infrastructure damaged and, even after eight and a half months, the project remains incomplete. I had earlier approached the Hon'ble High Court through a PIL in public interest. Unfortunately, my petition was dismissed. I may not understand the reasons for that outcome, but I am certainly not going to abandon the issue. If necessary, I will now pursue the matter in my individual capacity and seek appropriate legal remedies against the Greater Chennai Corporation and all other authorities responsible for the continuing hardship caused to residents. I respectfully request you to take personal note of this issue and order a comprehensive, independent inquiry into the entire project, including the tendering process, execution, destruction of the existing drainage infrastructure, contamination of the Metro Water supply, expenditure incurred and the continuing failure to complete the work. The people of this area have suffered enough. Please support us in bringing accountability to this matter. Thank you.
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Dear CMOTamilNadu, It is with great pain and frustration that I am writing this. In our area, there was absolutely no necessity for constructing a new stormwater drain. There was already a well established sewage canal, reportedly a British era construction, with a natural drainage system leading towards the Adyar River. Around 15 December 2025, work on the stormwater drain commenced. In the process, the existing canal was indiscriminately excavated and destroyed, without apparently establishing what infrastructure lay underneath. Sewage was mixed with the Metro Water pipeline, roads were damaged and the entire neighbourhood was thrown into chaos. Today, nearly eight and a half months later, the situation remains unresolved. We continue to face severe traffic congestion, water stagnation and a serious mosquito menace. Most alarmingly, the Metro Water Department has still not identified or rectified the point at which sewage is contaminating the water supply. Consequently, residents have been unable to safely use the Metro Water supply and are being forced to purchase tanker water at considerable expense. This cannot simply be dismissed as an unfortunate infrastructure failure. There must be accountability for how such a project was conceived, sanctioned, executed and supervised. If there has been corruption, collusion or gross negligence, the entire chain of responsibility must be investigated, including the concerned Minister, Mayor, senior officials, engineers, contractors and other persons responsible, irrespective of their political affiliation. What has happened amounts to a Himalayan waste of public money and has caused enormous hardship to ordinary citizens. Beautiful residential streets have been destroyed, public infrastructure damaged and, even after eight and a half months, the project remains incomplete. I had earlier approached the Hon'ble High Court through a PIL in public interest. Unfortunately, my petition was dismissed. I may not understand the reasons for that outcome, but I am certainly not going to abandon the issue. If necessary, I will now pursue the matter in my individual capacity and seek appropriate legal remedies against the Greater Chennai Corporation and all other authorities responsible for the continuing hardship caused to residents. I respectfully request you to take personal note of this issue and order a comprehensive, independent inquiry into the entire project, including the tendering process, execution, destruction of the existing drainage infrastructure, contamination of the Metro Water supply, expenditure incurred and the continuing failure to complete the work. The people of this area have suffered enough. Please support us in bringing accountability to this matter. Thank you.

தேவர் S. Muralidharan

12,778 次观看 • 18 天前

OUR YEARNING FOR A SUSTAINABLE ENVIRONMENT ONLY ACHIEVEABLE THROUGH COLLECTIVE EFFORTS-LASG ...As Env. Comm leads State officials on inspection of Savage/Elegbata Drainage Channel Lagos State Government on Sunday restated the need for all Local Governments/ Local Council Development Areas to collaborate with the State to confront environmental challenges through continuous enforcement and sustained advocacy. The Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab laid the emphasis while addressing the media after an inspection tour to Savage/Elegbata Drainage channel around Olowogbowo/ Apongbon axis in Lagos Island, adding that the state is determined to proffer lasting solution to the problem of flooding in Lagos Island and Environs which poses serious threat to lives and properties in the area. Wahab said the team had to visit the Savage/Elegbata Drainage channel for a solution to open the drainage outfall towards discharging into the Lagoon effectively adding that the out fall was blocked as a result of an ongoing road construction in the the area. He said it was disheartening to see how human bad behaviours have destroyed the roads and other infrastructure put in place by the government saying LGs/ LCDAs are very culpable for the destruction of these infrastructure because they have allowed and looked away from various unsanitary activities of the residents on the state of the roads. Wahab stressed that during the inspection, it was observed that the people in the community were entrenched in bad behaviours, saying that Government will not rest but would continue to ramp up the enforcement and advocacy approach. The commissioner urged everyone engaged in various activities such as operating illegal mechanic workshops, street trading, illegal abbatoir, unapproved parking lot amongst others under Apongbon bridge and environs to vacate immediately as enforcement agents have been given the go- ahead to begin enforcement. He said government enforcement officials would be stationed in the axis after the enforcement to monitor the level of compliance and make arrest as well as prosecute when the need arises. He implored community members to always take ownership of all infrastructure and the environment by preventing indiscriminate dumping of refuse in the drainage channels/roads, trading on the roads amongst others stressing that it is the responsibility of all residents to maintain the environment to ensure its sustainability. The team visited the Savage/Elegbata Drainage Channel which cut across Cole Street, Savage Lane, George Street, Abu Lane, Apongbon underbridge and Olowogbowo area.
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OUR YEARNING FOR A SUSTAINABLE ENVIRONMENT ONLY ACHIEVEABLE THROUGH COLLECTIVE EFFORTS-LASG ...As Env. Comm leads State officials on inspection of Savage/Elegbata Drainage Channel Lagos State Government on Sunday restated the need for all Local Governments/ Local Council Development Areas to collaborate with the State to confront environmental challenges through continuous enforcement and sustained advocacy. The Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab laid the emphasis while addressing the media after an inspection tour to Savage/Elegbata Drainage channel around Olowogbowo/ Apongbon axis in Lagos Island, adding that the state is determined to proffer lasting solution to the problem of flooding in Lagos Island and Environs which poses serious threat to lives and properties in the area. Wahab said the team had to visit the Savage/Elegbata Drainage channel for a solution to open the drainage outfall towards discharging into the Lagoon effectively adding that the out fall was blocked as a result of an ongoing road construction in the the area. He said it was disheartening to see how human bad behaviours have destroyed the roads and other infrastructure put in place by the government saying LGs/ LCDAs are very culpable for the destruction of these infrastructure because they have allowed and looked away from various unsanitary activities of the residents on the state of the roads. Wahab stressed that during the inspection, it was observed that the people in the community were entrenched in bad behaviours, saying that Government will not rest but would continue to ramp up the enforcement and advocacy approach. The commissioner urged everyone engaged in various activities such as operating illegal mechanic workshops, street trading, illegal abbatoir, unapproved parking lot amongst others under Apongbon bridge and environs to vacate immediately as enforcement agents have been given the go- ahead to begin enforcement. He said government enforcement officials would be stationed in the axis after the enforcement to monitor the level of compliance and make arrest as well as prosecute when the need arises. He implored community members to always take ownership of all infrastructure and the environment by preventing indiscriminate dumping of refuse in the drainage channels/roads, trading on the roads amongst others stressing that it is the responsibility of all residents to maintain the environment to ensure its sustainability. The team visited the Savage/Elegbata Drainage Channel which cut across Cole Street, Savage Lane, George Street, Abu Lane, Apongbon underbridge and Olowogbowo area.

Tokunbo Wahab

15,108 次观看 • 1 年前

While we were busy working on immediate short term, medium term and long term solutions to the recent flash flooding in some parts of Lagos, my attention was drawn to a simplistic suggestion by Mr. Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, an idea driven more by political correctness, cheap attention seeking, and the pursuit of relevance than by genuine problem-solving. Let me quickly highlight a few important considerations in addressing flood-related and other environmental challenges in a city of over 23 million people into the smallest state with just 3,577 square kilometers of land and 186km of coastline atlantic with residents from across the country, and each bringing different environmental and waste management practices. 1/16 Lagos is an aquatic city. Like Venice, Amsterdam/Rotterdam, Bangkok, and Jakarta, much of Lagos sits low and close to the sea. That means heavy rain + high tide can create short-term flooding, even when drains are working. 2/16 Lekki’s floods were a compound event: a fast, heavy downpour happened around the same time as a high tide. When the sea level is high, water can’t leave our drains as quickly. Streets then hold water for a few hours before it recedes. 3/16 For the purpose of enlightening you, this phenomenon is called “tide-locking.” Plainly: when the ocean or lagoon is high, it’s like trying to pour water uphill. Outfalls (where drains meet the lagoon) cannot empty fast, so water backs up. I hope you get that now!? 4/16 Different cities face different problems. Venice fights sea surges with movable gates; the Netherlands makes space for water on land and uses pumps; Bangkok stores stormwater in parks; Lagos’ main issue is heavy rain + high tide on very flat land. 5/16 The right solution to address these climate change-related flash flooding events in Lagos is a three-part approach which the state government is already implementing some: (1) Store water for a short time (water detention), (2) Move water through wider, clear channels, (3) Control backflow with one-way valves and, where needed, pumps. This refines the masterplan to address current climate realities. 6/16 What’s already in motion (2023–2025): maintenance of ~579 km of secondary collectors (693 sites) and ~309 km of primary channels; EFAG rapid-response teams have cleared ~444 km of drains; enforcement has restored 40.3 km of encroached channels; 218 new channels have been awarded for construction, adding ~1,500 km when completed; pumps are now being integrated where topography requires them; and early-warning measures include daily forecasts and water-level monitoring.  7/16 Why water detention matters: it is temporary storage—holding rainwater on a plot, in an estate lake, or a designed basin for a few hours so trunk drains aren’t overwhelmed. It is essentially “queueing” runoff so everything doesn’t arrive at once. 8/16 Why one-way “flap gates” help: they are valves at outfalls that let stormwater discharge to the lagoon but stop high tide from pushing water back into the system. 9/16 When gravity is not enough, we add pumps. In very low areas this creates a ‘polder-style’ cell: water collects in a controlled basin and is pumped out when tide permits. A first installation to address flooding on Lagos Island is undergoing testing at Ilubirin and will be commissioned soon. 10/16 Near-term actions (0–6 months): • Intensify silt and trash clearance at known choke points, especially Ajiran/Agungi. • Install debris screens on key culverts so bottles and plastics don’t block inlets. • Pilot estate lakes and on-plot detention to create spare storage capacity for intense rain events.
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While we were busy working on immediate short term, medium term and long term solutions to the recent flash flooding in some parts of Lagos, my attention was drawn to a simplistic suggestion by Mr. Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, an idea driven more by political correctness, cheap attention seeking, and the pursuit of relevance than by genuine problem-solving. Let me quickly highlight a few important considerations in addressing flood-related and other environmental challenges in a city of over 23 million people into the smallest state with just 3,577 square kilometers of land and 186km of coastline atlantic with residents from across the country, and each bringing different environmental and waste management practices. 1/16 Lagos is an aquatic city. Like Venice, Amsterdam/Rotterdam, Bangkok, and Jakarta, much of Lagos sits low and close to the sea. That means heavy rain + high tide can create short-term flooding, even when drains are working. 2/16 Lekki’s floods were a compound event: a fast, heavy downpour happened around the same time as a high tide. When the sea level is high, water can’t leave our drains as quickly. Streets then hold water for a few hours before it recedes. 3/16 For the purpose of enlightening you, this phenomenon is called “tide-locking.” Plainly: when the ocean or lagoon is high, it’s like trying to pour water uphill. Outfalls (where drains meet the lagoon) cannot empty fast, so water backs up. I hope you get that now!? 4/16 Different cities face different problems. Venice fights sea surges with movable gates; the Netherlands makes space for water on land and uses pumps; Bangkok stores stormwater in parks; Lagos’ main issue is heavy rain + high tide on very flat land. 5/16 The right solution to address these climate change-related flash flooding events in Lagos is a three-part approach which the state government is already implementing some: (1) Store water for a short time (water detention), (2) Move water through wider, clear channels, (3) Control backflow with one-way valves and, where needed, pumps. This refines the masterplan to address current climate realities. 6/16 What’s already in motion (2023–2025): maintenance of ~579 km of secondary collectors (693 sites) and ~309 km of primary channels; EFAG rapid-response teams have cleared ~444 km of drains; enforcement has restored 40.3 km of encroached channels; 218 new channels have been awarded for construction, adding ~1,500 km when completed; pumps are now being integrated where topography requires them; and early-warning measures include daily forecasts and water-level monitoring.  7/16 Why water detention matters: it is temporary storage—holding rainwater on a plot, in an estate lake, or a designed basin for a few hours so trunk drains aren’t overwhelmed. It is essentially “queueing” runoff so everything doesn’t arrive at once. 8/16 Why one-way “flap gates” help: they are valves at outfalls that let stormwater discharge to the lagoon but stop high tide from pushing water back into the system. 9/16 When gravity is not enough, we add pumps. In very low areas this creates a ‘polder-style’ cell: water collects in a controlled basin and is pumped out when tide permits. A first installation to address flooding on Lagos Island is undergoing testing at Ilubirin and will be commissioned soon. 10/16 Near-term actions (0–6 months): • Intensify silt and trash clearance at known choke points, especially Ajiran/Agungi. • Install debris screens on key culverts so bottles and plastics don’t block inlets. • Pilot estate lakes and on-plot detention to create spare storage capacity for intense rain events.

Tokunbo Wahab

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