Vinod M Jain
Following the intervention of Karnataka Lokayukta Justice B.S. Patil,around 80 tonnes of accumulated garbage were cleared in a single day from Ward No.12 (Shettihalli),particularly Kammagondanahalli, on Saturday.
The Lokayukta received complaints on the night of November 13 regarding heaps of uncleared garbage at several locations in the ward. 
Taking serious note of the complaints,Justice Patil directed Lokayukta police officers to inspect the affected areas and submit a factual report along with photographs.
The Lokayukta police team conducted an on-the-spot inspection and confirmed the accumulation of garbage at various locations.
After examining the report,Justice Patil personally contacted officials of the Bengaluru North City Corporation (BNCC)and Bengaluru Solid Waste Management Limited (BSWML),directing them to immediately clear the garbage and ensure proper sanitation.
Acting on his directions,the BNCC launched an intensive cleaning drive on November 14.
The existing garbage clearance contractor was terminated and a new contractor was engaged.Two compactors, four tippers and a JCB machine were deployed for the operation.
The coordinated operation resulted in the removal of approximately 80 tonnes of accumulated garbage in a single day,bringing relief to residents of the affected localities.
The Lokayukta has directed the civic authorities to ensure regular and systematic garbage clearance and maintain sanitation and hygiene in the ward to prevent a recurrence of the problem.
The intervention highlights the role of the Lokayukta in addressing public grievances and fixing accountability among civic agencies.
