Bengaluru blues: The hidden cracks in megacity's growth

Bengaluru Blues: The Hidden Cracks in Megacity's Shining Growth Story

Bengaluru, India's technology hub, has experienced rapid success but now faces serious challenges under the strain of its growth. Persistent issues such as crippling traffic congestion, flooding during rains, and water shortages reveal the cracks beneath its gleaming image.

Infrastructure Overload

The city’s infrastructure has not kept pace with its swelling population and booming tech industry. Roads are clogged for hours daily, severely impacting productivity and quality of life. Flooding overwhelms local drainage systems during the monsoon, causing widespread disruption.

Water Scarcity

Despite its image as a modern metropolis, Bengaluru struggles with water supply. Many areas face shortages due to over-extraction of groundwater and inadequate reservoir management. This scarcity poses risks for residents and businesses alike.

"The rapid growth of Bengaluru has exposed its unpreparedness in managing basic urban utilities, threatening its future as a leading tech city."

Urban Planning Gaps

Weak urban planning and regulatory enforcement have contributed to chaotic expansion. Unplanned development often encroaches on water bodies and green spaces, aggravating flooding and environmental degradation.

Bengaluru’s success as a tech city is shadowed by infrastructural weaknesses and planning flaws that urgently require attention to sustain its growth trajectory.

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The Times of India on MSN The Times of India on MSN — 2025-11-27

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