Viral video of Bhartiya City sparks debate on Bengaluru’s public vs private urban planning

A viral video showcasing the pristine infrastructure of Bhartiya City in North Bengaluru has reignited online debate over why private townships seem better planned and maintained than government-managed city areas.

A viral video featuring Bhartiya City, a privately developed township on Bengaluru’s northern outskirts, has reignited public debate on the city’s infrastructure and urban planning standards. The clip, shared on social media platform X, praised the township’s flawless design, wide roads, and pedestrian-friendly environment, prompting thousands of reactions online.

I was in Bengaluru and was blown away by how this 200 acre area is maintained by private firms 😭

Roads were pothole/dust free, with proper markings. Proper plantation with wide footpaths.

What is stopping our Government from maintaining roads like this? pic.twitter.com/TN1S7C8MUz

— 🚨Indian Gems (@IndianGems_) November 2, 2025

The user who posted the video wrote, “I was in Bengaluru and was blown away by how this 200-acre area is maintained by private firms. Roads were pothole and dust-free, with proper markings and plantations. What is stopping our government from maintaining roads like this?”

The video highlighted Bhartiya City’s clean streets, cycling lanes, green parks, and towering residential complexes, some reportedly over 50 floors high. The user described it as “one of the most well-designed areas in Bangalore,” adding that he could cycle safely on wide pavements and even through the parks, a luxury rarely seen in the city’s chaotic traffic zones.

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As the post gained traction, it drew widespread praise for the township’s layout and maintenance. Several users compared it to international developments, with one writing, “From Delhi to Bangalore, privately managed properties are always top tier places.” Another commented, “Private townships like those built by Tata and Birla seem to be the only way to bring structure and order in India.”

However, the discussion soon turned towards the social divide such projects highlight. A user pointed out, “The difference is not who maintains these spaces, but who uses them. The area in the video is used by the elite. Allow the masses inside, and see the difference in a month.”

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The debate has once again underscored Bengaluru’s growing urban inequality, where privately managed enclaves offer world-class living, while public spaces continue to struggle with potholes, encroachments, and poor infrastructure.