BBMP's subways not for commercial use

BBMP's subways not for commercial use


Express News ServiceFirst Published : 30 Apr 2010 04:52:00 AM ISTLast Updated : 30 Apr 2010 09:31:39 AM IST
BANGALORE: Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) on Thursday submitted in the High Court that it will not rent out the subways near Sangam Theatre and City Railway station for showcasing commercial products.
Based on the BBMP undertaking, Justice Manjula Chellur dismissed the writ petition filed by Venkatesh, challenging the termination of agreement regarding renting out two subways in Majestic for showcasing commercial products.
During the hearing, BBMP counsel KN Puttegowda submitted that the two subways had been encroached by shop owners and it would be difficult for pedestrians to use the subways.
The counsel also submitted a photograph of the encroachment of the subways in Majestic.