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Karnataka CM explores tunnel route alternatives to spare Lalbagh historic garden
Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has directed officials to study the feasibility of realigning a proposed tunnel road project to bypass Lalbagh, the city's heritage botanical garden. The move comes as part of efforts to balance developmental needs with conservation concerns.
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Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has instructed the state government to examine alternate route options for a tunnel road project that would otherwise cut through or impact Lalbagh, one of Bengaluru's most significant heritage sites.
Greater Bengaluru Development Minister Krishna Byre Gowda confirmed that the Chief Minister had requested a comprehensive review of feasible alternatives to the current alignment. The minister stated that various options are being actively explored to mitigate potential environmental and heritage concerns associated with the infrastructure project.
The move reflects growing concerns about preserving the historic botanical garden, which has been a landmark attraction in the city for over two centuries. Infrastructure development in Bengaluru has increasingly faced scrutiny from heritage conservation advocates and environmentalists seeking to protect the city's green spaces.
Details regarding the timeline for feasibility studies and the specific alternate routes under consideration have not been disclosed. The government is expected to present its findings once the technical and environmental assessments are completed.