Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, on Saturday, traveled from Mysuru to the Shiradi Ghat landslide site by road, where he inspected the ongoing construction work of highway projects in Karnataka and gathered information from officials.
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.
Concerned about road safety, the Chief Minister instructed officials to cover the potholes along the route. Emphasizing the need to prevent accidents, he directed them to address the potholes once the rains have stopped. While passing through Doddakadanur in Hole Narasipur taluk, he instructed officials over the phone to replace dangerously located electric poles and repair hazardous wiring.
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The CM also identified damaged road dividers while passing through Halli Mysuru and instructed the concerned officers to undertake the necessary repair work.
As it was Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah’s birthday that day, admirers along the route waited to offer garlands and shawls to wish him. However, the CM declined the gestures, stating, “I do not celebrate my birthday,” and waved as he continued on his way.
Earlier in the day, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced that the state government will construct 100 houses for victims of the landslide-hit Wayanad in Kerala. In a post on X, Siddaramaiah wrote, “In light of the tragic landslide in Wayanad, Karnataka stands in solidarity with Kerala. I have assured CM Shri @pinarayivijayan of our support and announced that Karnataka will construct 100 houses for the victims. Together, we will rebuild and restore hope.”
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