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Bengaluru's Hotel Owners Association has escalated concerns about ongoing infrastructure projects severely impacting local businesses. The group reports a staggering 50% drop in sales due to prolonged road repair works across the city. They've submitted a detailed memorandum to Deputy Chief Minister Shivakumar requesting expedited project completion and financial relief for affected businesses. The situation highlights the critical need for coordinated urban development that minimizes economic disruption.

Key Points: Bengaluru Hotels Plea Shivakumar Urged to Fix Stalled Road Works

  • Hotel owners report massive business losses due to prolonged infrastructure projects
  • Multiple civic agencies digging roads causing severe traffic disruptions
  • Association seeks fee concessions for affected businesses
  • Road works left incomplete for over a year in key Bengaluru areas
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'50 pc business dip': Bengaluru Hotels Association appeals to Dy CM Shivakumar for expediting road repair work

Bengaluru Hotel Owners Association warns of 50% business decline, appeals to DyCM Shivakumar for urgent road repair and business support

"We can cut back on purchasing vegetables, but rents and salaries must still be met - Veerendra N. Kamat, Association Secretary"

Bengaluru, Aug 21

The Bengaluru Hotel Owners' Association on Thursday submitted a memorandum to Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, who is also the Bengaluru Development Minister, appealing for expediting repair works across the city as their business is getting affected.

Association President Subramanya Holla H.S. stated that road repair works in Bengaluru are not being completed within the scheduled timeframe. Projects that were supposed to be finished within three months have taken more than a year and remain incomplete.

"Due to this delay, businesses in many affected areas have seen an estimated 50 per cent drop in sales. This includes hotels, bakeries, sweet shops, bars and restaurants, and other retail outlets. In addition, the general public and senior citizens are facing severe inconvenience," he said.

"Therefore, we strongly urge that all ongoing works be completed within the designated timeline. If additional time is required, we request at least a 50 per cent concession on charges paid by business owners, including property tax, garbage tax, electricity fixed charges, excise fees, and other license fees. We also request you to expedite the road works and support the businesses affected by these delays," he added.

Association Secretary Veerendra N. Kamat told IANS that hotel owners are hopeful of receiving a response within a day or two from Shivakumar's office.

"Across Bengaluru, multiple works have been taken up. On the one hand, Metro construction is ongoing, while the Bengaluru Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) and the Bengaluru Electricity Supply Company (Bescom) have also undertaken works on roads and public spaces. Roads have been dug up, and with the rains pouring, traffic jams have worsened. There is no space for pedestrians. On Platform Road, for instance, both sides have been dug up, leaving space for only one bus to pass. People are unable to walk on this stretch, and hotels here have suffered heavy losses," he said.

"In Vyalikaval, road works have been left incomplete for more than a year. Members of the association have repeatedly raised this issue in meetings, which prompted the submission of this memorandum. While we can cut back on purchasing vegetables and provisions, rents, salaries, and other unavoidable expenses must still be met despite the lack of business," Kamat added.

- IANS

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Priya S
As a resident near Vyalikaval, I can confirm the situation is terrible. Our local bakery has reduced staff because of low footfall. The road has been like this for over a year - half done and abandoned.
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Michael C
The 50% tax concession request is completely justified. Why should businesses pay full taxes when the government's infrastructure failures are destroying their livelihoods?
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Shreya B
Platform Road is a nightmare! I avoid that area completely now. Feel bad for the restaurants there - some of them had amazing food but who can reach them through that mess?
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Aman W
While I sympathize with business owners, I hope the government focuses on completing quality work rather than rushing and doing shoddy repairs. We need permanent solutions, not temporary fixes.
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Nisha Z
The pedestrian situation is worst! Senior citizens and people with disabilities are suffering the most. No footpaths, muddy roads, and constant traffic. Bengaluru development is happening at the cost of citizen convenience.

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