Overview
- Greater Bengaluru Development Minister Krishna Byre Gowda inspected roadworks and on Saturday ordered a follow-up by the Commissioner that confirmed substandard asphalt on arterial and sub-arterial roads in Sampangirama Nagar (Ward 110).
- The inspection found the asphalt mix did not meet prescribed proportion, the laid layer was thinner than specified, and the total quantity of asphalt used was inadequate for the project plan.
- Assistant Engineer Pujarappa was suspended immediately pending a departmental enquiry under Rule 10 of the Karnataka Civil Services rules and has been accused of alleged collusion with the contractor.
- The contractor’s company has been ordered blacklisted and the minister publicly warned that officials and contractors who compromise on quality will face stricter disciplinary action.
- Officials say the case highlights recurring gaps in on-site supervision and contract enforcement and could prompt wider checks of road projects, possible delays while enquiries proceed, and stronger oversight of contractors.