'Lives miserable, roads worse': Mohandas Pai criticises K'taka govt over poor Bengaluru infra

Noted industrialist and former Infosys CFO, Mohandas Pai, has launched a scathing attack on the Karnataka government, led by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, over Bengaluru's deteriorating infrastructure. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Pai expressed his frustration with the city’s worsening conditions, accusing the government of neglecting critical infrastructure that supports its thriving IT sector.

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Addressing Siddaramaiah directly, Pai wrote, “Sir, you take pride in IT being 28% of GSDP? But tell us what have you done for its growth over the last 18 months of your govt?” He pointed out the growing discontent among citizens due to poor road conditions, blocked drains, and increased corruption. “Our lives have become more miserable, roads are worse, drains blocked, people unhappy, corruption increased!” he said, adding that many businesses are now considering expanding outside Karnataka.

@CMofKarnataka@siddaramaiah Sir you take pride in IT being 28% of GSDP? But tell us what have you done for its growth over the last 18 months of your govt?our lives have become more miserable,roads are worse,drains blocked,people unhappy,corruption increased! People are talking… https://t.co/ztHFZ2WsMZ

— Mohandas Pai (@TVMohandasPai)

@CMofKarnataka@siddaramaiah Sir you take pride in IT being 28% of GSDP? But tell us what have you done for its growth over the last 18 months of your govt?our lives have become more miserable,roads are worse,drains blocked,people unhappy,corruption increased! People are talking… https://t.co/ztHFZ2WsMZ

— Mohandas Pai (@TVMohandasPai) October 21, 2024

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Pai also raised concerns over the lack of investment in Bengaluru, a city that contributes significantly to the state’s revenue. “Where is the investment in Bengaluru which gives majority of taxes to fund your guarantees?” he questioned, stressing that this neglect could hinder job creation for the state’s youth. He further called out the current government’s failure to build on the growth-oriented policies of the past, asking, “How will more jobs be created for our youth?”

The post has sparked a wider debate about the city’s infrastructure crisis, putting the government under increased scrutiny.