Bengaluru’s Roads and Garbage Under Scrutiny Following Foreign Visitor’s Remark

Bengaluru’s Roads and Garbage Under Scrutiny Following Foreign Visitor’s Remark
Bengaluru’s long-standing issues with potholes and garbage management were thrust into the spotlight again when Biocon founder Kiran Mazumdar Shaw shared a pointed question from her Chinese guest. The visitor bluntly asked, “Why can’t India get its act together?”—a question that many Indians hesitate to confront.
The visitor’s concerns extended beyond just the battered roads to the city’s piles of undisposed garbage, highlighting serious urban infrastructure and sanitation challenges. Despite Bengaluru’s reputation as India’s tech hub, basic civic issues continue to plague daily life, affecting both residents and visitors alike.
Mazumdar Shaw’s candid sharing has sparked renewed debate on government accountability and the urgent need for effective urban management. The spotlight on these problems serves as a reminder that rapid economic growth must be matched by improvements in civic infrastructure and public services to ensure livable cities for all.