Puttur: Senior citizen stabbed during petty fight over parking
Puttur: A senior citizen was stabbed by another during a heated argument over a parking issue in front of a shop on Court Road, Puttur, on Thursday.
The victim, identified as Sadashiva Pai, sustained a stab wound to his hand. Initially, he was admitted to the Puttur Government Hospital but was later transferred to a private hospital for further treatment. The accused, Gunashekhar Shetty, a resident of Urumal, was also admitted to a government hospital following the incident.
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The altercation occurred when the two men began quarreling over parking beside the court road. As the argument escalated, Gunashekhar Shetty allegedly attempted to stab Sadashiva Pai with a knife. Pai managed to block the attack with his hand, resulting in his injury.
Sadashiva Pai has filed a complaint at the Puttur City Police Station. The police have registered the case and launched an investigation into the incident.
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Bengaluru: Namma Metro plans 11-storey parking, commercial hub at KR Puram
Bengaluru: Namma Metro is reportedly planning to develop an expansive parking facility and commercial space near the KR Puram station as part of an integrated property development initiative to increase non-fare revenue.
The greenfield project will feature an 11-storey building, plus ground floor and two basements. This facility will be located merely 50 metres from the forthcoming interchange metro station connecting the Purple and Blue lines, according to a report by Deccan Herald published on Monday.
Raghavendra Rao, Deputy Chief Engineer (Property Development Division), Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited confirmed that the project would be developed under a public-private partnership (PPP) model, with a tenure of 30 years. He told DH that the parking facility would occupy the two basement levels, while the upper floors would be designated for commercial use, offering opportunities for office spaces, retail outlets, and shopping malls.
The BMRCL anticipates substantial revenue from this venture, including an upfront non-refundable premium of Rs 10 crore, along with a minimum of Rs 2 crore in annual licence fees, Rao added.
Requests for proposals for the project have already been invited, with the final date for bid submissions set for May 13, 2025. The report mentioned that the the successful bidder will design, finance, build, operate and transfer the project, which will be valid for 30 years, including two years of construction.
The project is expected to be ready by 2027.
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