Overview
- R. Ashoka and Tejasvi Surya led a signature drive and silent protest at Lalbagh opposing the proposed tunnel road.
- Deputy Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar offered a committee headed by Ashoka to review concerns and suggest design changes, including near Lalbagh.
- The Karnataka High Court has sought government clarification on potential tree loss and ecological impacts in and around Lalbagh.
- Opposition leaders cite the DPR to allege 22 new choke points, longer travel by about 2 km, and acquisition of roughly six acres of Lalbagh, claims the government contests.
- The project would run about 16.75 km from Silk Board to Hebbal at an estimated ₹17,800 crore, with tenders issued and loans of around ₹8,000 crore reported as required.