Bescom to relocate transformers blocking footpaths as part of Clean Up Bengaluru campaign
The Bangalore Electricity Supply Company (Bescom) is relocating electrical transformers and poles that obstruct footpaths as part of the 'Clean Up Bengaluru' campaign. The initiative aims to improve pedestrian safety and accessibility across the city.
Why it matters
Urban infrastructure optimization is critical for improving pedestrian mobility and public safety in rapidly growing metropolitan areas.
After Greater Bengaluru Development Minister Krishna Byre Gowda highlighted the need to shift utility services to clear footpaths for pedestrians, the Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited (Bescom) has joined the month-long Clean Up Bengaluru campaign.
Clean Up Bengaluru was launched by the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) to ensure safer pedestrian movement.
According to Energy Department officials, they would be shifting huge transformers that obstruct the path of pedestrians walking on footpaths.
Energy Minister K.J. George, along with N. Shivashankara, Managing Director, Bescom, inspected the transformer relocation work at Channakeshava Layout near Hennur Main Road. After inspecting the ongoing work to relocate electrical transformers, Mr. George directed officials to expedite the process.
To ensure effective coordination with the GBA and oversee the implementation of these activities, the Chief Engineers (Electrical) of the Bengaluru North Metropolitan Zone and the Bengaluru South Metropolitan Zone have been appointed as the nodal officers.
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