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Kavvya Sankritik

๐Ÿงพ High taxes from south zone

Despite the south zone of Bengaluru being three times smaller in size compared to regions like Mahadevpura, in terms of property tax, the south zone has come closer.

๐Ÿšง Agitation by quarry owners continues

The owners of stone crushers and quarries have been demanding that the state cancel its decision regarding collecting excess royalty.

๐Ÿš— Low cases of drunken driving

On New Year's Eve, the Bengaluru Traffic Police (BTP) typically increases its presence on the roads to ensure the safety of drivers and passengers. This year, the BTP reported that many drivers were responsible and followed traffic laws, leading to a smooth and safe celebration.

๐Ÿ’ต Tourist guides want cash

Tourist guides are asking for the cashless ticket payment system, which was introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic, to be rolled back.

๐Ÿ”Œ Bengaluru-Pune highway to get charging stations

The Bangalore Electricity Supply Company (BESCOM) has proposed a project to install EV charging stations on the Bengaluru-Pune National Highway stretch.