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Finally some good news from Bengaluru: Covid trends show a decline after topping all metros

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Finally some good news from Bengaluru: Covid trends show a decline after topping all metros

In the past week, Bengaluru has reported the highest number of new cases among the top five metropolitan areas in India, including Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, and Chennai.

On Monday, the city recorded 3,992 cases, the highest at five. This was also reflected in the test positivity rate, which, despite the decline, was recorded at 9.03%, as reported by the Brihat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) COVID-19 War Room Bulletin.

The test positivity rate is calculated as the ratio of positivity in the samples tested and gives an indication of whether sufficient tests are being conducted.

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As in many other cities across the country, at the peak of the second wave, a wave of hospitalizations overwhelmed the city’s health infrastructure. At the time, many hospitals were also facing severe oxygen shortages.

Three weeks later, cases are declining in other metropolitan areas.

Bengaluru recorded the highest number of positive cases, deaths in a day and total active cases on Monday, according to various municipal and state bulletins. As of May 31, the total number of active cases in the city stood at 1,46,043 and the death toll in 24 hours was 242.

Bengaluru was followed by Chennai, which had 2,596 cases, 91 deaths and a total of 33,922 active cases. Kolkata recorded 1,324 cases, 28 deaths and a total of 12,104 active cases.

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While Mumbai recorded 676 cases, 29 deaths, and 22,390 total active cases, Delhi recorded even fewer cases with 648, 11,040 total active cases, and 86 deaths.

News Source: ThePrint

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Greater Noida Land hurdle cleared for road linking Knowledge Park 3 with LG chowk

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Greater Noida Land hurdle cleared for road linking Knowledge Park 3 with LG chowk

The Greater Noida authority is set to issue a tender to finalise a contractor to build a 1.5km stretch of a key road connecting LG Chowk to the education hub in sector Knowledge Park 3. The private firm owning the land has agreed to give it away for the road project after 15 years of negotiations. The authority will build a central verge, drainage network, horticulture.

work to beautify the road, which has witnessed frequent road accidents due to its half-built state. The authority will issue a tender to finalise a contractor, approving a budget of ₹31 crore for the project. The road is expected to take six months to build, as the current road is half-built from the education hub to LG Chowk and the other half is not built due to land issues.

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Greater Noida is set to build a bridge across the Hindon river, connecting the education hub road to Noida’s busy areas. The work has been expedited after resolving a land dispute, as the road will witness heavy traffic once the bridge is ready. The authority will build a central verge, drainage network, and horticulture work to beautify the road, which has experienced frequent.

Road accidents due to its half-built nature. Once the bridge is completed, commuters will travel through the road with ease and reach Noida from Greater Noida in five minutes. The bridge and road stretch will alleviate the need for commuters heading towards LG Chowk and Surajpur to traverse the Noida-Greater Noida Expressway up to Pari Chowk, reducing travel.

Distance by at least 10 kms and easing congestion around Pari Chowk The Greater Noida Authority has resolved a longstanding land acquisition issue, paving the way for the construction of a crucial 1.5 km road linking LG Chowk to Knowledge Park 3. This development is expected to significantly alleviate traffic congestion at Pari Chowk.

  • Project Overview: The proposed six-lane road will feature three lanes in each direction, service roads, a central verge, and a comprehensive drainage system. These enhancements aim to improve traffic flow The road is being connected with Noida’s sectors 144, 145, and 146 through a new and do bridge being built across Hindon and enhance connectivity between key educational hubs in the region and reduce waterlogging during the monsoon season.
  • Land Acquisition Resolution: The land, previously owned by Super Cassettes Industries Ltd (T-Series), was a major bottleneck for the project. After extensive negotiations, the company has agreed to provide the necessary land for the road construction. Under the agreement, T-Series will retain 40% of the undeveloped land against external development fees, while the Greater Noida Authority will acquire.
  • Impact on Commuters: The new road is anticipated to benefit approximately 5 lakh people, providing a smoother and more efficient route between Knowledge Park 3 and LG Chowk. This will not only ease daily commutes but also support the region’s growing educational and commercial sectors This initiative reflects the Greater Noida Authority’s commitment to enhancing urban infrastructure.
  • A major hurdle has been cleared for the construction of a crucial 1.5 km road linking Knowledge Park 3 with LG Chowk in Greater Noida. The road aims to ease traffic congestion connectivity in the region, particularly benefiting the educational hubs.
  • The road project, designed to be a six-lane road with three lanes in each direction, will feature service roads, a central verge, and an efficient drainage system. These improvements are expected to enhance traffic flow and reduce waterlogging during the monsoon season, contributing to smoother commutes for the local population.
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