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Shivamogga district administration orders officials to complete ongoing road works soon
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Shivamogga Deputy Commissioner Prabhulinga Kavalikatti presiding over a meeting of the District Road Safety Committee in Shivamogga on Monday (June 8). | Deputy Commissioner Prabhulinga Kavalikatti chaired a meeting of the Road Safety Committee in Shivamogga on Monday (June 8). He stressed that repeated accidents and casualties attributed to unfinished highway works were unacceptable. “Officers must expedite these works immediately or risk being held accountable for any mishaps,” he cautioned.The Deputy Commissioner noted that national highway projects on the Shivamogga-Bhadravati route — particularly at Malavagoppa, Machenenahalli industrial area, and Kadadakatte — were causing severe traffic disruptions. Local representatives and the public have filed multiple complaints regarding delays, he said, adding that no explanations would be tolerated.District Superintendent of Police B. Nikhil informed the meeting that 51 blackspot locations had been identified across the district — 28 on national highways and 14 on Public Works Department-administered roads. “Most issues at these sites have been addressed. However, signage installation and adequate nighttime lighting remain urgent,” he said.Senior officers of the district administration, including Deputy Conservator of Forests G.R. Ajjaiah, Additional Deputy Commissioner V. Abhishek and others, were present at the meeting. Published - June 09, 2026 06:42 pm IST
The Forest Department was instructed to clear weak and dry trees and branches to prevent hazards from falling timber. | The meeting was attended by officers from the Revenue, Fire and Emergency Services, Rural Development and Panchayat Raj, Public Works, and other departments.The DC instructed the officers to implement precautionary measures and directed senior officers to remain at headquarters to oversee preparations, deploying to the field as required.The DC asked all departments to continuously monitor updates from the IMD. He directed the Revenue Department to identify suitable shelter sites for displaced persons. The Forest Department was instructed to clear weak and dry trees and branches to prevent hazards from falling timber. He advised officials to secure electrical wiring, ensure adequate drainage, and stock essential supplies, including drinking water, food, first-aid kits, and medicines.The DC stated that the Forest Department oficials should clear weak and dry branches of trees to avoid any untoward incident.Superintendent of Police B. Nikhil, DCF Ajjaiah, Additional DC Abhishek V. and others were present at the meeting. Published - June 08, 2026 06:26 pm IST
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