India, Oct. 21 -- Will Bengaluru finally get pothole-free roads soon? Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday issued an ultimatum to fill all the potholes amid a raging debate over the issue in the state.

Siddaramaiah on Tuesday directed officials to fill all potholes in the city within a week, reinforcing his earlier order that had set October 31 as the deadline for repairs across the five corporation limits.

Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar also shared an update alongside Siddaramaiah, highlighting the government's citizen-friendly reporting system and progress on road repairs.

"Is there any other government that allows citizens to take photos of potholes or garbage and send them to officials for action? Only under Chief ...