Bengaluru 17.5-km tunnel plan under review to protect Lalbagh
Big plans for a Bengaluru tunnel road are under review after protests. The government wanted to build a 17.5-km tunnel connecting Hebbal and Central Silk Board, but officials are now exploring other ways to route the tunnel.
To protect Lalbagh, Greater Bengaluru Development Minister Krishna Byre Gowda says they're now exploring other ways to route the tunnel.
State drops park land bill
The state has dropped a bill that would have allowed using park land for infrastructure, thanks to strong pushback from locals and environmental groups (including human chain protests).
Now, officials are considering options like using NIMHANS' land or rerouting under Lalbagh Road.
Experts worry about damaging ancient rocks and groundwater, so public consultations are expected for the Bill's public discussion.