BENGALURU, 21 MARCH

Former Minister and MLA of Aurad (B), Prabhu B Chavan, conducted a thorough inspection of sanitation and infrastructure in all 20 wards of Aurad (B) on 21 March. His tour revealed concerning unhygienic conditions, particularly in Ward 6, where blocked drains prompted him to reprimand municipal officers.

Chavan emphasised the urgent need for improved sanitation, insisting that each ward should have two dedicated sanitation workers and proper garbage collection vehicles. He addressed residents' complaints about delays in releasing housing funds, directly contacting officials to resolve the matter within five days.

During his visit, he acknowledged the severe water shortages in various wards and initiated an Rs 84 crore project to secure water supply from the Karanja Reservoir, aiming to eliminate future shortages.

Chavan's unannounced visits to the veterinary hospital highlighted staffing issues and mismanagement, prompting immediate calls for resolution. He also inspected the public hospital, urging doctors to ensure quality care for patients.

In a positive note, he inaugurated development projects worth Rs. 1.23 crore, enhancing the community’s infrastructure with new roads, streetlights, and drainage systems.