Mysore/Mysuru, Feb. 6 -- Three blue traffic signal poles installed inside the iconic Elephant Statue Circle, officially known as Maulana Abul Kalam Azad Circle (previously Highway Circle) at Bannimantap, have been removed following public criticism that they were spoiling the beauty of the junction.

The City Traffic Police, who have been installing new signals across Mysuru city, had installed blue poles within the Circle housing the elephant sculpture to hang traffic lights.

This drew objections from the public, who said placing signal poles inside the Statue Circle island not only marred its aesthetic appeal but was also an eyesore, especially considering it is one of the first Circles tourists see when they enter Mysuru.

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