Bengaluru: Whitefield Residents voice concerns over new PG rules
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Bengaluru: Whitefield Residents voice concerns over new PG rules

Whitefield residents are expressing dissatisfaction with the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike's (BBMP) recently issued guidelines for Paying Guests (PG) hostels. While acknowledging that the initiative is a positive step, they believe the measures fall short of addressing their key concerns.

Residents are alarmed by the absence of mandatory fire safety measures in the new guidelines. They are calling for a Fire Safety No Objection Certificate (NOC) to be required for buildings taller than two or three floors. "Fire safety norms are crucial. The BBMP guidelines lack mention of necessary fire exits and firefighting equipment," said Chandrasekhar, a Whitefield resident.

The recent amendment by the Karnataka government, which raised the height limit for high-rise buildings above six floors, has also drawn criticism. Residents argue that this change, influenced by real estate interests, could exacerbate fire risks and overcrowding. "A fire in these high-rise PG accommodations could devastate the entire area due to the lack of space between buildings and inadequate ventilation," a resident warned.

There is growing frustration over illegal commercial activities in residential areas. Residents are demanding the closure and sealing of shops, PGs, and offices on streets narrower than 40 feet, along with penalties for the owners. They are concerned that the proliferation of these establishments is degrading the quality of life and turning their neighborhoods into "PG slums".

Parking is another major issue. Robert John, a local resident, has highlighted the need for PG accommodations to provide dedicated parking for both two-wheelers and four-wheelers. He also suggested that PGs should report tenant identities to the nearest police station and adhere to mandatory parking regulations.

Residents of Whitefield are urging the BBMP to take swift action to address these concerns. They believe that without stricter regulations and enforcement, their neighborhood's safety and livability will continue to decline.

(ET)

Whitefield residents are expressing dissatisfaction with the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike's (BBMP) recently issued guidelines for Paying Guests (PG) hostels. While acknowledging that the initiative is a positive step, they believe the measures fall short of addressing their key concerns. Residents are alarmed by the absence of mandatory fire safety measures in the new guidelines. They are calling for a Fire Safety No Objection Certificate (NOC) to be required for buildings taller than two or three floors. Fire safety norms are crucial. The BBMP guidelines lack mention of necessary fire exits and firefighting equipment, said Chandrasekhar, a Whitefield resident. The recent amendment by the Karnataka government, which raised the height limit for high-rise buildings above six floors, has also drawn criticism. Residents argue that this change, influenced by real estate interests, could exacerbate fire risks and overcrowding. A fire in these high-rise PG accommodations could devastate the entire area due to the lack of space between buildings and inadequate ventilation, a resident warned. There is growing frustration over illegal commercial activities in residential areas. Residents are demanding the closure and sealing of shops, PGs, and offices on streets narrower than 40 feet, along with penalties for the owners. They are concerned that the proliferation of these establishments is degrading the quality of life and turning their neighborhoods into PG slums. Parking is another major issue. Robert John, a local resident, has highlighted the need for PG accommodations to provide dedicated parking for both two-wheelers and four-wheelers. He also suggested that PGs should report tenant identities to the nearest police station and adhere to mandatory parking regulations. Residents of Whitefield are urging the BBMP to take swift action to address these concerns. They believe that without stricter regulations and enforcement, their neighborhood's safety and livability will continue to decline. (ET)

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