A Karnataka minister conducted a surprise late-night inspection to assess civic and infrastructure works firsthand, spending nearly three hours surveying key stretches. The inspection at the Bannerghatta-NICE Road-Gottigere junction brought multiple engineering flaws and shoddy execution to light, prompting immediate questioning of the accompanying project officials.
Flaws Uncovered at Bannerghatta-NICE Road-Gottigere Junction
During the on-ground review of road widening, drainage construction, and surface asphalt layering, several discrepancies were identified. The minister closely examined a section where bitumen and tar had not been laid properly, leaving an uneven surface that failed standard quality expectations for high-traffic corridors.
Unnecessary Drainage Bend Causes Road Narrowing
A primary concern emerged around the newly built storm water drain. While constructing the drainage channel, an unnecessary bend had been introduced, which effectively reduced the actual usable width of the carriageable roadway. The minister questioned engineers and supervisors on why the design was compromised and who authorized an alignment that actively restricted road capacity.
Three-Hour Ground Review Leaves Officials Answering Questions
The midnight inspection lasted for roughly three hours as the minister walked the stretch and checked multiple points along the junction. With structural shortcomings and poor surfacing laid bare on the spot, the inspecting team issued stern directives to rectify the drainage alignment, restore full lane width, and re-lay the asphalt in accordance with civic specifications.
