Bengaluru, Oct. 1 -- Karnataka Minister DK Shivakumar today dismissed media reports suggesting a congestion tax, asserting that the city is progressing well and that misconceptions about its infrastructure are being addressed.
"No, no, no. There is no proposal for a congestion tax," he told reporters here.
Shivakumar highlighted the government's efforts to improve road conditions, stating that citizens have been given the opportunity to report potholes, a facility unique to Karnataka. He said patchwork, single-layer repairs, concrete roads, and quality patch-work are all being carried out to ensure safe and durable roads.
"Nothing is illegal. Everything is under control. We are actively addressing perceptions created by the media," he to...