NewsFlash Daily™
22 March
Commissioner Rajendra Cholaan orders citywide action against illegal hoardings, cites safety risks and damage to urban aesthetics
Bengaluru: In a major civic enforcement drive, the Bengaluru Central City Corporation launched a large-scale removal of unauthorised flexes and banners put up during Ugadi and Ramazan celebrations, following strict instructions from Commissioner Rajendra Cholaan.
Citywide Drive Targets Illegal Flexes
Acting on the Commissioner’s directive, BBMP officials began a coordinated operation from early morning, removing unauthorised hoardings across key parts of the city. The drive focused on banners erected without permission on roadsides, trees, electric poles, and public spaces.
Civic Body Flags Safety and Aesthetic Concerns
Authorities emphasised that such illegal installations not only damage Bengaluru’s urban aesthetics but also pose serious public safety risks.
“Unauthorised flexes obstruct movement and can become dangerous during heavy rain and strong winds, potentially falling and causing harm,” officials stated.
Officials and Staff Mobilised Across Divisions
The removal operation saw active participation from Executive Engineers, Assistant Executive Engineers, and sanitation staff across various BBMP divisions, ensuring swift clearance of unauthorised materials.
Post-Festival Enforcement Intensified
The action comes in the aftermath of major festivals like Ugadi and Ramazan, periods during which illegal flex installations tend to increase significantly. BBMP has reiterated that strict action will continue against violations to maintain order and safety.
Focus on Cleaner, Safer Bengaluru
The civic body’s move is part of a broader push to ensure a cleaner, safer, and more organised city environment, with officials urging citizens and organisations to seek proper permissions before installing any public displays.
