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Karnataka's Chief Minister has reached out to Wipro's founder for help with a major city issue. Siddaramaiah proposed allowing cars to pass through the Wipro campus to ease gridlock on the Outer Ring Road. Experts believe this could reduce traffic by nearly a third during rush hour. The Chief Minister emphasized that this collaboration would make Bengaluru a more livable city for everyone.

Key Points: Siddaramaiah Asks Wipro Azim Premji for Bengaluru ORR Traffic Solution

  • Siddaramaiah seeks Wipro campus access to reduce Outer Ring Road congestion
  • Proposal could cut Iblur junction traffic by 30% during peak hours
  • Move aims to improve mobility and quality of life in Bengaluru
  • Request follows expert assessments showing significant traffic benefits
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Karnataka CM seeks vehicular movement through Wipro campus to ease traffic congestion in Bengaluru

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah writes to Wipro's Azim Premji, proposing limited vehicular access through the IT campus to ease Iblur junction traffic by 30%.

"I wish to explore the possibility of allowing limited vehicular movement through the Wipro campus - Chief Minister Siddaramaiah"

Bengaluru, September 23

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has written to Wipro founder-chairman Azim Premji, requesting the IT major's support by means of access to its campus to ease traffic congestion along the Outer Ring Road (ORR) corridor, particularly near Iblur junction.

In a letter dated September 19, the Chief Minister stated that one of the key challenges currently facing Bengaluru is its severe traffic congestion during peak hours, which adversely impacts mobility, productivity, and the quality of urban life.

"I extend my warm greetings to you and sincerely appreciate Wipro's continued contribution to the progress of Karnataka's IT ecosystem and overall socio-economic development. One of the key challenges currently facing Bengaluru, particularly along the Outer Ring Road (ORR) corridor at Iblur junction, is severe traffic congestion during peak hours, which adversely impacts mobility, productivity, and the quality of urban life," Siddaramaiah wrote.

"In this context, I wish to explore the possibility of allowing limited vehicular movement through the Wipro campus, subject to mutually agreed terms and necessary security considerations. Preliminary assessments by traffic and urban mobility experts indicate that such a measure could reduce congestion on adjoining stretches of the ORR by nearly 30%, particularly during peak office hours," he added.

The Chief Minister said that Premji's support in this matter will go a long way in easing traffic bottlenecks, enhancing commuter experience, and contributing to a more efficient and livable Bengaluru.

"Your support in this matter will go a long way in easing traffic bottlenecks, enhancing commuter experience, and contributing to a more efficient and livable Bengaluru. I would greatly appreciate it if your team could engage with our officials to work out a mutually acceptable plan at the earliest," he said.

Meanwhile, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Tuesday said that even the road leading up to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's residence in Delhi has potholes, the issue in his State is being blown out of proportion.

He said that every day, nearly 1,000 potholes are being filled across Bengaluru through coordinated efforts. His remarks came after some of the industrialists expressed concerns over the potholes in the city. Recently, Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy called Bengaluru "the city of potholes."

- ANI

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Rohit P
Good initiative but security concerns are valid. Wipro campus has sensitive data and thousands of employees. They need proper security measures before opening gates to public traffic.
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Sarah B
Instead of temporary fixes like using private campuses, why not focus on improving public transport? Metro expansion should be prioritized. This feels like a band-aid solution.
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Arjun K
I travel daily on ORR and spend 45 minutes just at Iblur junction. 30% reduction in congestion would save so much time and fuel! Hope Wipro considers this for the greater good of Bengaluru.
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Vikram M
The Deputy CM's comparison with Delhi roads is unnecessary. We need solutions, not excuses. Filling 1000 potholes daily shows the scale of the problem. Focus on infrastructure, not politics.
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Kavya N
As a Wipro employee, I'm concerned about campus safety. But if proper protocols are followed with limited access during peak hours only, it could work. Need employee consultation too.
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Michael C
Interesting approach - using private property for public infrastructure. In Western countries, such partnerships often work well with proper planning. Hope this sets a precedent for corporate-social responsibility.

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