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Underutilised Basaveshwara bus terminal in Peenya to become shopping complex

Underutilised Basaveshwara bus terminal in Peenya to become shopping complex

The KSRTC has said that the 87,000-sq.ft. facility will now be leased to external parties for use as a shopping and commercial complex. | Photo Credit: File Photo The Basaveshwara bus terminal in Peenya, North Bengaluru, which has remained largely underutilised since its inauguration nearly a decade ago, is set to take on a new role. The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) has decided to lease the facility for commercial purposes, transforming it into a shopping complex. Built at a cost of ₹40 crore, the terminal initially commenced operations in 2014, with around 140 bus schedules relocated from Kempegowda Bus Station (Majestic). These routes connected Davangere, Shivamogga, Chitradurga, Tumakuru, and other destinations in North Karnataka. However, the venture was short-lived as poor patronage resulted in significant revenue losses. Within months, the services were reverted to Majestic. An official from the KSRTC said that the 87,000-sq.ft. facility will now be leased to external parties for use as a shopping and commercial complex. “Despite several attempts to revitalise the terminal, including exploring its potential as a …

‘Cloud-burst’ like rainfall cripples North Bengaluru, inundates several localities | Bangalore News

‘Cloud-burst’ like rainfall cripples North Bengaluru, inundates several localities | Bangalore News

The consecutive spells of heavy rainfall, especially in North Bengaluru, have caused havoc with water entering many households in the city on Tuesday. According to authorities, a cloud burst-like condition caused a downpour near Yelahanka and Vidyaranyapura late on Monday, causing major water-logging in many parts of the area. The showers are expected to continue until October 24, and the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a yellow alert for heavy rain accompanied by thunder and lightning. With lakes filling to the brim due to the rain, the overflowing water bodies have become a major concern for residents. Kogilu Lake near Kendriya Vihar Apartment complex in Yelahanka overflowed prompting authorities to deploy boats for rescue operations. The apartment complex, where authorities are accused of encroaching into portions of the lake, was inundated with two to three feet of water, damaging several vehicles. The bund of Doddabommasandra Lake, located near Vidyaranyapura, breached due to heavy rainfall inundating low-lying areas around the vicinity. Karnataka Revenue Minister Krishna Byre Gowda, who visited the spot, said the bund was breached …