Urban News

Nearly a week ago, chairman of the Major Works Committee, the local MLA and corporators held discussions with locals to get their opinion on the project and announced that they had reached an agreement. But protesters claimed they were not consulted before the decision was taken and there was no need to widen the 80-feet stretch. They also said once the metro work was completed, the traffic in the area would reduce.

They also alleged that they were offered Transfer of Development Rights (TDR) instead of compensation.

The Major Works Committee Chairman H Ravindra had earlier announced that residents would be given a sevenday notice period before the widening works were undertaken. He said the committee would also file caveats in courts to ensure the project is not delayed.

While he had stated that the Palike would buy back the TDRs, the Taxation and Finance Committee Chairman P N Sadashiva had stated that the Palike was not in position to buy back TDRs and will only be able to offer them to land owners.

More than 240 structures will be demolished as a result of the road widening works in the area.