GBA penalises consultant, contractor for ‘unscientific’ electricity pole installation
The Greater Bengaluru Authority has fined a consultant and a contractor ₹3 lakh for the unscientific installation of electricity poles in Bengaluru. The issue was identified during a ministerial inspection, leading to orders for immediate rectification of the work.
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This highlights government oversight in urban infrastructure projects to ensure public safety and adherence to technical standards.
The Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) has imposed a fine of ₹3 lakh on a project consultant and a contractor for allegedly installing electricity poles in an “unscientific” manner at the Palace Guttahalli Junction on Ballari Road in north Bengaluru.
The project consultant, Siddhishakti Pvt. Ltd., has been fined ₹1 lakh, while contractor JMC Constructions has been fined ₹2 lakh for lapses in construction quality and non-compliance with prescribed technical specifications, according to the GBA.
The issue, as per the GBA, came to light on July 31 when Greater Bengaluru Development Minister Krishna Byre Gowda inspected the ongoing work while travelling along Ballari Road. He noticed that the newly installed electricity poles were being placed without following any prescribed standard for spacing. The Minister directed officials to inspect the work and ensure that the poles were installed scientifically and in accordance with the prescribed norms.
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