Authorities in Bengaluru are set to declare Devaraj Urs Road, a prominent commercial street in the city's central business district, a litter-free zone. The initiative, led by the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) in collaboration with local stakeholders, aims to implement stricter waste management protocols and enhance public awareness.
The plan involves deploying additional sanitation staff, installing more waste bins, and enforcing penalties for littering. The BBMP has stated that the move is part of a broader pilot project to create model clean streets that can be replicated across other parts of the city facing waste management challenges.
Local business associations and resident welfare groups on Devaraj Urs Road have reportedly agreed to support the campaign by ensuring proper waste segregation at source and discouraging the use of single-use plastics. The official declaration of the litter-free status is expected following a final review of the implemented measures.
