Archive · 19 Aug 2025
Bengaluru Airport Alternate Route Draws Criticism Over Potholes
The road from Hennur to Bagalur, meant to be a shortcut to the Bengaluru airport, is in terrible shape with lots of potholes.
People are complaining online because the road hasn't been fixed for a long time, even though it's used by many people.
Fixing it could make travel faster and easier, but the local government hasn't done anything about it, making people upset and suspicious.
The Hennur-Bagalur road, an alternate route to Bengaluru Airport, is filled with potholes and in disrepair.
A video highlighting the road's condition went viral on X, drawing criticism.
Commuters have complained about the road for over a year with no repairs.
Repairing the stretch could reduce travel time and traffic on the main airport expressway.
Residents express concern over the lack of action from BBMP and local officials.
- Who
- Commuters, BBMP officials, and local residents.
- What
- The Hennur-Bagalur road, an alternate route to the Bengaluru airport, is in poor condition with potholes.
- When
- The road has been in disrepair for over a year.
- Where
- Hennur-Bagalur road in Bengaluru.
- Why
- The poor condition of the road causes inconvenience and potential delays for commuters.
Commuters' Perspective
Government Response
Road Condition
Commuters' Perspective
The road is in a bad state, and the government should fix it.
Government Response
The road condition is acceptable and does not require immediate attention.
Prioritization
Commuters' Perspective
Repairing the road would benefit commuters.
Government Response
Repairing the road is not a priority.
- Road Name
- Hennur-Bagalur
- Intended Function
- Alternate route to Bengaluru Airport
- Road Condition
- Filled with potholes, broken
- Reported Since
- Over a year
Sources
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