Debunk the BMIC myths in the public mind.
Residents of Karnataka are encouraged to write to the dailies on the Bangalore Mysore Expressway project.

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Why raise questions?


  • The BMIC project clearance suppressed information of the availability of viable and less impactful alternatives.

  • The lives of around 200,000 people could be impacted if this project gets underway.

  • Two railway expansion options with minimal environmental and social costs are languishing in govt inaction.

  • A Rs.1700 crore World Bank program is ongoing to upgrade all Karnataka state highways to international standards, but the state government deliberately excluded the Bangalore-Mysore highway in this project.

  • Stand up and be counted amongst those who say NO to corruption and mis-governance.

  • November 2001: Here are a list of questions about various aspects of the BMIC expressway clearance process and the treatment given to the alternatives. If you agree with their contents, use these questions send your letters by email to the editor of your local newspaper. The entire process has been simplified for your convenience. Your questions can be carried with a few simple clicks.

    Questions.

    Simple procedure to send letters to editors

    1. Find your favourite newspapers from the list of links below.

    2. Click on the link to open your mail client. [If you are unable to do so or you use browser based email, here is a page that lists the email addresses]

    3. Compose your letter using the questions above or your own questions, in the appropriate space. Make sure you include your full name, address and telephone number at the bottom of the letter. Credibility is paramount to such letters. By identifying ourselves, we ensure that others do not misrepresent us.

    4. We would appreciate if you let us know any action you take on this matter.


    Letters-to-editor links for Bangalore-Mysore region newspapers
    Asian Age
    Deccan Herald
    Explocity.com
    Indian Express
    New Indian Express
    The Hindu - online
    The Hindu - print
    Times of India

    We will continue to add to this list. However, if you don't see a daily you consider important, please feel free to let us know, if possible with the web-link to the "Letters to the Editor" page or the email address.

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