February 03, 2026
Residents raising civic issues at Janaspandana in Yadavagiri, Mysuru.
Active participation by residents in Janaspandana programmes can significantly improve civic governance and help resolve long-pending neighbourhood issues, as demonstrated during a “first of its kind” Janaspandana meeting that was held at the Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) Zone-4 office in Yadavagiri on January 30.
Members of the Yadavagiri Residents’ Association (YRA) who took part in the meeting said their direct interaction with senior MCC officials resulted in immediate responses to several civic concerns, underscoring the importance of citizen engagement in grievance redressal mechanisms.
Bhamy V. Shenoy, member of Mysuru Grahakara Parishat (MGP) and YRA, said that despite limited time to prepare a detailed memorandum, residents raised critical issues such as encroachment of newly laid footpaths near Cheluvamba Park by unauthorised vendors, footpath obstructions on Valmiki Road, and the growing presence of beggars near traffic signals.
Presiding over the meeting, MCC Deputy Commissioner (Development) C.N. Manju directed officials to prevent new vendors from operating without MCC permits and to evict unauthorised vendors occupying footpaths. He also instructed officials to implement an earlier council decision to earmark one street in each ward exclusively for vending activities and relocate vendors accordingly.
Residents also flagged the absence of a compound wall near the Vani Vilas Water tanks which has led to garbage dumping and unhygienic conditions. Mr. Manju promised follow-up action after being informed that repeated representations had failed to yield results.
Incomplete footpath work between Ramakrishna School and the Vontikoppal Police Station circle was another concern. Officials cited fund constraints for the delay, prompting residents to question accountability and execution quality.
The issue of fallen electric poles on Vivekananda Road near SBI was also raised, following which the MCC official directed a junior engineer to verify and submit a report. Mr. Manju asked the Zonal Assistant Commissioner to attend YRA’s monthly Area Sabha meetings along with the engineers concerned. This move, residents said, can help resolve routine civic issues more efficiently. Residents also welcomed the speedy issuance of e-Khatas and expressed hope that sustained public participation would strengthen civic accountability and reduce bureaucratic delays.