Copy of the complaint filed with the BBMP regarding additional encroachments over storm water drains

September 17, 2009

To
The Commissioner
Bruhat Bangalore Mahanagara Palike
NR Square
Bangalore

Sir,

Complaint against construction of illegal buildings over storm water drains in Bangalore

In continuation of my earlier complaint dated June 16, 2009, I would like to bring to your notice four other instances of illegal construction over storm water drains. It is a matter of surprise that three to four storey buildings have been constructed right over the storm water drains. The fact that the BBMP is silent over such major encroachments indicates that its officers are actively involved in the scandal. The list of additional encroachments is provided below:

Agarwal Powers (Ground Plus 3 Floors), No 5/2A, JC Road, Bangalore -2
Sri Ragavendra Complee (First and second floor) Kumbargudi Main Road, Bangalore-2
Cargo Tarpaulin Industries, 89/1. JC Road, Bangalore-2
Lakshmi Complex, No 38/3, Lalbagh Road, Bangalore-27

It is a matter of regret that the BBMP has failed to act suitably on my previous complaint too. I request you to immediately demolish the aforementioned illegal buildings and initiate necessary action against the guilty including the corporation officers concerned.

Please note that having exhausted all options before me in seeking redressal, I shall have no option but to file a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) before the Honourable High Court, if you fail to initiate action with 15 days.

Sincerely,


(S. Umesh)

Cc: Honourable Minister for Urban Development, Vidhana Soudha, Bangalore
Honourable Lok Ayukta of Bangalore