Archive · 30 Sep 2025
Bengaluru Road Repairs: 13,000 Potholes Filled, New Plan Announced
The Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka, D K Shivakumar, announced that over 13,000 potholes have been fixed in Bengaluru.
He also revealed a new plan to upgrade 550 kilometers of major roads, costing Rs 1,100 crore.
The state government had already set aside Rs 750 crore for pothole repairs.
This response comes after the government received criticism over the poor condition of roads in the city.
Shivakumar stated that potholes are a widespread issue, not just in Karnataka.
Deputy Chief Minister announced over 13,000 potholes filled in Bengaluru.
A Rs 1,100 crore plan has been drawn up to upgrade 550 km of roads.
Rs 750 crore was sanctioned for pothole repairs.
Rs 1,100 crore more has been decided for ward-level road improvements.
The government is responding to public criticism about poor road conditions.
- Who
- D K Shivakumar
- What
- Announced pothole repairs and road upgrade plans
- When
- Tuesday
- Where
- Bengaluru
- Why
- To address road conditions and public criticism.
Karnataka Government
BJP
Road Conditions
Karnataka Government
The state's government is working to repair the roads.
BJP
The state's government has been criticized over the poor road conditions.
Potholes
Karnataka Government
Potholes are a nationwide issue
BJP
Implied by the opposition that the issue is localized.
- Official
- D K Shivakumar, Deputy Chief Minister
- Potholes Filled
- Over 13,000
- Road Upgrade Plan
- Rs 1,100 crore
- Roads Addressed
- 550 km
- Pothole Repair Funds
- Rs 750 crore sanctioned
- Additional Funds
- Rs 1,100 crore for ward-level improvements
Sources
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