Cleaner Bengaluru, smarter Bengaluru, Karnataka Dy CM DK Shivakumar announces launch of CityCat cleaning vehicle

ANI June 22, 2025 511 views

Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar announced the launch of advanced CityCat cleaning vehicles for Bengaluru, emphasizing the government's commitment to a cleaner city. The initiative aligns with broader sustainability efforts, including the Yettinahole water project. Shivakumar assured that water delivery to Kolar will be completed by 2027, addressing land and financial challenges. The government remains focused on infrastructure improvements and environmental initiatives.

"Cleaner Bengaluru, Smarter Bengaluru. The all-new, state-of-the-art #CityCat vehicle is ready to roll out." - DK Shivakumar
Bengaluru, June 22: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Sunday announced the launch of a new, advanced CityCat cleaning vehicle for Bengaluru, as part of efforts to make the city cleaner and greener.

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New CityCat vehicles aim to improve Bengaluru's cleanliness

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Part of Karnataka govt's green initiatives

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Yettinahole water project to be completed by 2027

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Focus on infrastructure and sustainability

He said the initiative reflects the government's commitment to improving the city's cleanliness and infrastructure.

In a post on X, DK Shivakumar wrote, "Cleaner Bengaluru, Smarter Bengaluru. The all-new, state-of-the-art #CityCat vehicle is ready to roll out on Bengaluru's streets."

https://x.com/DKShivakumar/status/1936614441409519820

"This is more than a machine - it's a symbol of our commitment to a cleaner, greener future. We're transforming our city, one bold step at a time, and we won't stop until #Bengaluru shines," the post added.

Earlier on Saturday, explaining the Karnataka government's Yettinahole project, state Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar said that the government has decided to deliver the Yettinahole water to Kolar by 2027.

He mentioned that the forest department has discussed the project's issues. Land acquisition and financial issues related to the construction of a balanced reservoir in Bairagonda, Lakkenahalli, were also discussed in the meeting with the forest department.

DK Shivakumar informed that the changes in the project will take place based on the suggestions of the ministers and asserted that he would study everything and raise the issue in the upcoming cabinet meeting.

"Our government's resolve is to deliver Yettinahole water to Kolar by 2027. We have already discussed the issues related to this project with the Forest Department, the land acquisition process, land acquisition and financial issues related to the construction of a balanced reservoir in Bairagonda, Lakkenahalli. Therefore, we visited the site of these works and inspected them. The changes in this project have been made based on the suggestions of the ministers. There are also some technical aspects here. I will study everything and raise this issue in the next cabinet meeting. I am not worried even if other projects are delayed, the CM has directed me to complete the Yettinahole project on priority", DK Shivakumar told reporters on Saturday.

Reader Comments

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Rahul K.
Finally some good news for Bengaluru! The CityCat initiative looks promising, but I hope this isn't just another PR stunt. Our city needs consistent efforts to tackle garbage and pollution. The Yettinahole project is equally important - water scarcity is a real issue. 🤞
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Priya M.
As a Bengalurean, I'm cautiously optimistic. We've seen many announcements before with little follow-through. The CityCat better come with a proper maintenance plan - our last cleaning machines broke down within months. Also, what about public awareness campaigns? Cleanliness starts with citizens!
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Arjun S.
Good initiative, but why only Bengaluru? Other Karnataka cities like Mysuru and Hubli also need such facilities. The government should think about equitable development across the state. Also, hope they've considered proper waste segregation before buying fancy machines.
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Shweta R.
The Yettinahole project is more crucial than these cleaning vehicles! Water is life. If they can deliver on both promises by 2027, it would be amazing. But given Bengaluru's track record with infrastructure projects, I'll believe it when I see it. Fingers crossed though! 🙏
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Vikram P.
Instead of spending crores on new machines, why not fix the basic garbage collection system first? My area still has irregular waste pickup. The government needs to work on ground-level implementation rather than just making announcements for media coverage.
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Neha T.
As someone who's lived abroad, I appreciate this modern approach to city cleaning. But technology alone won't solve our problems - we need better civic sense. Maybe the government should run Swachh Bharat campaigns specifically for Bengaluru residents. Clean machines + clean habits = real change!

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