Karnataka Deputy CM Faces Backlash Over Comments on Bengaluru's Infrastructure Challenges

DK Shivakumar stated that even divine intervention could not resolve Bengaluru's traffic and infrastructure issues quickly, drawing criticism from residents and opposition leaders.

• Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar remarked that Bengaluru's severe traffic and infrastructure problems are beyond immediate resolution, even with divine intervention.
• Critics, including former Infosys CFO Mohandas Pai, highlighted delayed projects, inadequate public transport, and worsening urban conditions under Shivakumar's tenure.
• Shivakumar defended his statement, emphasizing the complexity of ongoing projects like tunnel roads, elevated corridors, and white-topped roads, which face financial and technical hurdles.
• Opposition leaders accused the Congress-led Karnataka government of poor governance and failing to deliver on promises to improve 'Brand Bengaluru.'
• Shivakumar introduced the 'Namma Raste' guidebook to address road and footpath design, aiming to enhance pedestrian safety and decongest traffic in the city.

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