Bengaluru steps up pothole repairs with citizen-centric ‘Gundi Gamana’ app

Bengaluru, one of India’s fastest-growing cities, has long struggled with damaged roads that worsen during the monsoon, posing risks for daily commuters. To tackle this persistent pothole issue, the state government has accelerated pothole-filling initiatives across the city. Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar recently reviewed ongoing repair efforts near Bagalur in Northeast Bengaluru and unveiled a new digital tool, the Gundi Gamana app, aimed at strengthening monitoring and public participation.

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Residents can directly report potholes

The application allows residents to directly report potholes, ensuring quicker response times, while police officials have also been instructed to submit details of road damage within their jurisdictions. So far, civic teams have mapped over 5,000 potholes, with 4,400 identified as high priority. Within just four days, repair crews managed to fix around 2,200 potholes, employing hot mix, cold mix, and eco-fix technologies to improve durability and quality.

Beyond road repairs, civic authorities have initiated parallel efforts to clean skywalks and enhance public hygiene, addressing broader urban infrastructure concerns. Officials emphasized that merely filling potholes will not provide long-term relief, as heavy rainfall, dense traffic, and inconsistent construction practices reduce road life.

To ensure lasting solutions, the government is gradually shifting towards concrete and white-topped road construction, which offers a lifespan of nearly three decades. With these measures, the administration aims to not only reduce immediate hazards but also build a more resilient and sustainable road network for Bengaluru’s growing population.