Bellandur Outer Ring Road, Bangalore

The rapid urban growth in East Bengaluru has outpaced infrastructure planning, leading to issues like flooding, traffic congestion, and waste management problems, according to the East City Corporation commissioner. Encroachments on natural stormwater drains and sewage entering drainage systems have exacerbated flooding.

Experts and residents are raising concerns about the dilution of land-use zoning principles in Bengaluru, leading to commercial activities encroaching on residential areas. This trend is exacerbating traffic congestion, parking shortages, and placing undue strain on water, sewage, and electricity infrastructure.

The Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) plans to declare approximately 1,500 km of arterial, sub-arterial, and major roads as non-vending zones to ensure clear pedestrian pathways. Vendors will be allowed to operate on other roads if they do not obstruct pedestrian movement.

Haralur Main Road in Bengaluru continues to pose serious safety risks for commuters due to numerous potholes and poorly maintained stretches, turning daily travel into an 'extreme sport.' Residents have also flagged recurring drainage issues, with an uncovered stormwater drain frequently clogged by plastic waste, causing waterlogging.

Uber plans to open two new technology centers in Bengaluru and Hyderabad by the end of 2027, expanding its engineering and infrastructure footprint in India. The Bengaluru facility is expected to accommodate around 5,000 employees, focusing on global product development, AI, and platform engineering.

Real estate major Prestige Group has received approval to construct a 1.5-km flyover connecting its upcoming Prestige Beta Tech Park in Bellandur to the Outer Ring Road (ORR). The project, financed by Prestige Group, also includes widening of Kariyammana Agrahara Road. This private flyover, which will be open to public use, aims to alleviate traffic congestion and accommodate the influx of employees to the new tech park..