Unscientific road humps to be removed soon: Patil

NT Correspondent

I nstructions would be i s s u e d to officials to remove all unscientific road h u m p s laid across the state, said Public Works Department Minister C.C. Patil.

Replying to Kumar Bangarappa during question hour in the Legislative Assembly on Monday, the minister said representations have been received from various parts of the state for the removal of such road humps. This would be discussed with officials before removing them, he said.

Patil said officials have been asked to take the help of the police if some persons obstruct the removal of road humps. Such cases would be discussed with officials before the execution of work. Every step would be taken to ensure smooth travel for the public.

“MLA Kumar Bangarappa has suggested that the roads be built as per Indian Standard Cong ress specifications which is a good suggestion. I will invite him for a meeting to get more information. Officers will be instructed to implement the specifications”, he added.

The minister also said a 53.60 km long road in Sorab taluk and Talaguppa hobli in Shivamogga taluk has been upgraded as state highway. With this, the total number of upgraded roads has gone up to 99.90 km.