Milestones in the growth and development of the north and east of Bangalore

Stepping stones… Milestones in the growth and development of the north and east of Bangalore
The Times of India

These two parts of the city have witnessed commercial and residential development on a large scale. Civic infrastructure and connectivity have played a key role. The localities in these belts are changing by the day with hectic land transactions and real estate projects to suit every need.

Here are some factors that have had a bearing on the development in these two regions of the city:

North
Mekhri Circle grade separator. This project saw the opening up of a bottleneck and renewed interest in areas connected by Bellary Road
Six-laning of Bellary Road. This project is a further boost to real estate development along the belt Outer Ring Road connectivity. The stretches connecting north of the city with the parts on either side are a boon to those commuting to and from work Hebbal Flyover. This project, a showpiece of the city, greatly enhances connectivity with the northern corners Cauvery water projects have improved supply to these parts Proposed international airport. The location of an international airport here will mean a gamut of ancillary development and upward trend in commercial and housing demand IT prospects. With some IT majors looking at this belt for bases, it is predicted that soon these localities will play host to the IT sector in a significant way Lake development. The Hebbal and Nagavara Lakes being rejuvenated add a touch of aesthetics

East
Development of the roads to Whitefield. The two roads - Whitefield Road and Airport Road - being upgraded to cater to the heavy traffic heading for the localities around Whitefield creates the much-needed connectivity The export promotion zone in Whitefield adds to the locality's business potential IT factor. With the IT Park and many new IT facilities coming up all along and around Whitefield Road, these localities too are in the grip of an IT-driven economic growth Connectivity. With the Outer Ring Road connectivity and roads being upgraded, it will be relatively far easier to access these localities in the days to come The bridge at Krishnarajapuram Railway station helps movement of heavy traffic Proximity. The localities here are no longer considered 'distant' Conveniences. From shopping and entertainment to rejuvenation centers, the localities here are self-sufficient