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CA
Civic Admin
10 Dec
Bengaluru
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We Blame the Government, But What About Us?

A recent viral post on Reddit titled "As if the roads aren't trash enough already" captures a frustrating reality in Bengaluru. While we rightfully demand better infrastructure from the authorities, we often witness citizens adding to the chaos—be it dumping garbage, debris, or recklessly blocking already damaged roads. Civic Opposition of India, calls this the "Double Whammy" of Bengaluru.
We fight the system for filling potholes," They say, "but who do we fight for basic civic sense? If the government fails us on infrastructure, and we fail ourselves on cleanliness, the city doesn't stand a chance."
Civic responsibility goes hand-in-hand with civic rights. We cannot demand a world-class city while treating our streets like open dumpsters.
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News
CA
Civic Admin
06 Dec
Mahadevapura, Bengaluru
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Another Life Lost to Bengaluru’s Potholes: When Will It End?

It is devastating to read that a 30-year-old techie has lost his life simply because our roads are unfit for travel. This isn't an "accident"; it is a systemic failure.
Civic Opposition of India, has consistently warned that "Bengaluru's roads are killing people." Their words ring tragically true today.
The cycle is predictable: a life is lost, outrage follows, a few potholes are patched, and then silence—until the next tragedy. We demand more than just patchworks. We demand accountability for the engineers and officials responsible for maintaining these death traps. How many more tax-paying citizens must die before we get safe infrastructure? Full coverage. #Bengaluru #RoadSafety #CivicOpposition #PotholeDeath #Accountability #UrbanInfrastructure #Karnataka
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Protests
CA
Civic Admin
18 Oct
Varthur, Bengaluru
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It Wasn’t a Protest. It Was a Walk for Dignity.

While the government stays in "whataboutery mode," the reality on the ground remains unchanged. This Saturday, citizens of Bengaluru once again took to the streets—not in defiance of the law, but in desperation for basic infrastructure.
As protests are banned in the city, many couldn't officially join. So, as Civic Opposition of India) described it, this wasn't a protest; it was simply a "walk on non-existent roads."
The public anger is palpable. It is hard to imagine that in a global tech hub like Bengaluru, we are forced to fight for the most fundamental right: a paved road.  
Civic Opposition of India warns that the sentiment is shifting from frustration to action: #NoRoadNoTax.
We appeal to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar to stop the deflection and start the paving.
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News
CA
Civic Admin
20 Sept
Bengaluru
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Global Tech Hub, Third-World Infrastructure?

Today's reports on the dangerous condition of roads outside the Google office in Bengaluru expose the grim reality of our so-called "IT Corridor."
Civic Opposition of India (previously Citizens Movement) has repeatedly raised this issue: If a global tech hub like Bagmane Tech Park cannot guarantee safe footpaths for its employees, what hope do ordinary residential layouts have?
The Civic group points out the irony: "We have Google Maps to navigate the world, but no safe footpath to navigate into the Google office itself."
We demand immediate repair of these service roads. Pedestrian safety cannot be compromised for corporate gloss.
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Meetings
CA
Civic Admin
20 Sept
Hosa Road, Bengaluru
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3.5 Hours of Waiting, Zero Accountability: The Reality of Hosa Road Residents

Today, the residents of Hosa Road, South Bengaluru, gathered near the Kempegowda Statue in good faith, as requested by MLA M. Krishnappa’s team.
Over 350 citizens joined online and 50+ appeared in person, waiting patiently for over 3.5 hours to submit critical grievances regarding the ill-planned Hosa Road, dangerous craters, and never-ending traffic snarls.
Unfortunately, the MLA never showed up.
Mithilesh Kumar, representing the frustrated citizens, expressed deep disappointment: "Ignoring citizens who have waited hours just to be heard is against the democratic spirit of India. We expect @BJP4Karnataka to treat voters with dignity."
The disappointment has only fueled our resolve. The next plan of action is clear: We will mobilize 500+ residents to march directly to the MLA’s residence.
We thank every citizen for their patience. We remain united until our voices are heard.
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News
CA
Civic Admin
20 Sept
Mahadevapura, Bengaluru
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"Unsafe": The Reality Outside Google’s Bengaluru Office

It is ironic that outside one of the world’s most advanced tech campuses, the physical infrastructure is in the stone age. A recent viral video has exposed the shocking state of roads outside Google’s Bengaluru office—riddled with potholes, broken footpaths, and dangerous craters.
Civic Opposition of India, describes the situation in one word: "Unsafe."
They point out a glaring disparity: "What should be the pride of Bengaluru is getting the least attention from the authorities. The further you go, the worse it gets."
This isn't just about aesthetics; it is a safety hazard for thousands of techies who drive innovation but are forced to walk on broken debris. We urge the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) to look beyond the glass facades and fix the ground reality.
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News
CA
Civic Admin
05 Sept
Bengaluru
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8 Years of Neglect: The Reality of Bengaluru’s Tech Corridor Connectivity

It is alarming to see that a crucial 5.7-kilometer lifeline—Gattahalli Main Road—has remained in a deplorable state for nearly eight years. Connecting Huskur Main Road to Sarjapur Main Road, this stretch is vital for commuters in the tech corridor, yet it remains a hazard.
Mitilesh Kumar, Founder of Civic Opposition of India, highlighted the severity of the situation in a recent Times of India report, stating, "The condition of Gattahalli Road is a complete disgrace... It looks even worse than the roads people saw back in the 1970s and 80s."
Residents are facing daily battles with slush, potholes, and traffic nightmares. Beyond the inconvenience, it’s a health and safety risk—from residents suffering backaches to school buses struggling through dangerous terrain.
As taxpayers, we deserve better than excuses about "lack of funds." It’s time for accountability and immediate action to fix this basic infrastructure.

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Protests
CA
Civic Admin
22 Sept 2024
Sarjapur Road, Bengaluru
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When Survival Outweighs Bans: Citizens Protest for Basic Rights

In Bengaluru, protests might be restricted, but the desperation of citizens cannot be silenced. The residents of Chambenahalli, Sarjapur area have been forced to take to the streets—not out of choice, but out of necessity.

Mithilesh Kumar, Founder of Civic Opposition of India, highlighted the grim reality: "Citizens are forced to come out on the road for 'no roads'. When the infrastructure collapses completely, people have no option but to demand accountability."

The protest is directed against MLA Shivanna of Anekal, whose constituency has seen prolonged neglect. We are calling upon Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar to look beyond the bans and see the ground reality.

When tax-paying citizens are denied motorable roads, protest becomes a duty.

Protest video

#Bengaluru #Sarjapur #Chambenahalli #MithileshKumar #CivicRights #Anekal #KarnatakaGovernment #RoadSafety

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Campaigns
CA
Civic Admin
18 Aug 2023
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The Broken Windows Theory: Why Bad Roads Become Garbage Dumps

A recent viral post captioned "As if the roads aren't trash enough already" captures a frustrating reality in our city. It highlights a psychological phenomenon: when infrastructure is neglected (potholes/bad roads), it signals that "no one cares," encouraging citizens to further degrade it by littering.

Mithilesh Kumar, Founder of Civic Opposition of India, calls this the "Cycle of Apathy."

"We fight the government for better infrastructure," Mithilesh notes, "but we must also fight our own lack of civic sense. Treating a pothole as a dustbin doesn't punish the authorities; it punishes our own community."

We cannot demand world-class infrastructure while maintaining third-class civic habits. The change must happen on both sides of the street.

#Bengaluru #SayNoToTaxes #BrandBengaluru #CivicOpposition #UrbanDecay #RoadSafety #Responsibility #WasteManagement

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