Karnataka Plans Lalbagh-Style Parks in Bengaluru with Assurances on Tunnel Road Impact

The Karnataka government plans to develop Lalbagh-style parks in North and South Bengaluru, including a Basaveshwara Park on forest land in the north, with Cabinet approval and financial support from the Greater Bengaluru Authority. Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar emphasized resident consultations and assured that the proposed tunnel road and Metro projects near Lalbagh will not harm the historic park. The government also highlighted Karnataka's significant flower and vegetable exports and plans for an international market in Bengaluru.