Exposed sewage lines not only cause of stench in Kanaka Nagar

Sowmya Raju | NT

Bengaluru: Ward number 32, Kanaka Nagar, Hebbal, is a locality in Bengaluru. The ward has a population of over 20,000 people and is home to a mix of residential and commercial establishments.

The Hebbal Bus Station is located in the ward and provides bus services to all parts of the city. While this is one of the areas that is growing, with its growth it has also faced a number of issues.

The condition of the pedestrian paths in Ward number 32, Kanaka Nagar is one of the biggest issues.

The paths are broken, uneven, and filled with potholes, making them difficult and dangerous to walk on. In most parts of the area, the roads and streets are very narrow, allowing only one or two cars to pass at a time. This makes pedestrian paths essential.

However, there are no pedestrian paths on most streets, and where they do exist, they are often broken and inaccessible. There are also a number of illegal poles on the pedestrian paths, which obstruct the footpaths and make it even more difficult for pedestrians to walk on them.

These poles also pose a hazard to pedestrians, especially at night. As a result, people are forced to walk on the road, which is dangerous and can lead to accidents.

One auto driver said, "People walk in the middle of the road and yell at us. If they walk in the middle of the road, should I drive my auto on the platform?"

The sewage lines are exposed due to the broken pedestrian pathways, and they are filled with garbage and sewage. This has led to an increase in the incidence of waterborne diseases in the ward, including dengue.

One passerby was seen throwing a plastic juice bottle into an open sewage line. When asked why she did it, she posed a counter question, "Everyone does that, what difference does it make when I'm the same?"

This attitude is common in several people, and it is a major contributor to the problem. The garbage that people throw into the open sewage lines also clogs the lines, which leads to overflowing of sewerage during rains. This can contaminate the drinking water supply and cause other health problems.

There is also a lot of construction debris on the platforms in the ward. Public urination is also a common problem. People urinate openly in the streets, on the sidewalks, and even in the open sewage lines.

The roads in the ward are filled with potholes. Potholes are a common sight, and they can cause damage to vehicles and make it difficult for pedestrians to walk safely.

The potholes are caused by a number of factors, including poor construction, inadequate drainage, and heavy traffic. The government has been slow to fix the potholes, and this has caused widespread frustration among residents.

The ward is located near Hebbal Lake, which is a major source of water for the city. However, the lake is polluted due to the discharge of untreated sewage from the ward. This pollution has led to a decline in the quality of water in the lake and has also affected the aquatic life in the lake.

The ward also has a large stray dog population. These dogs roam the streets freely and often attack people, especially children. They also defecate on the streets and sidewalks, which is a major nuisance to the residents.

One resident complained that the dogs constantly bark at night and they are also procreating frequently. This is a major concern for the residents, who are afraid for their safety and the safety of their children.