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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2 children die, over dozen fall sick at Lucknow rehab; probe on
Lucknow (PTI): At least two children died and several others fell ill, allegedly due to food poisoning at a government rehabilitation centre for children in the Para area here, officials said.
On Tuesday evening, approximately 20 special needs children residing at the centre experienced sudden illness and were taken to Lokbandhu hospital.
"Around 20 children were brought to the hospital Tuesday evening from the rehabilitation centre. All these children are mentally challenged. They were severely dehydrated when they arrived. Despite our best efforts, two children died," Dr Rajeev Kumar Dixit, Medical Superintendent of Lok Bandhu Raj Narayan Combined Hospital told PTI Videos on Thursday.
Two critically ill children were referred to another government hospital, and the condition of the remaining 16 has improved, he added.
The incident triggered an investigation by local authorities.
Lucknow District Magistrate has formed a committee to determine the cause of the alleged food poisoning. Officials from the Health Department and Food Safety Department visited the hospital to interview the affected children.
"Officials of the Health Department and Food Safety Department reached the hospital. These officials have also questioned the children admitted," a government official said.
Food samples have been collected from the rehabilitation centre for analysis.
"A team of the Health Department and Food Safety Department reached the rehab centre and took food samples. Action will be taken based on the investigation report," an official source said.
According to District Probation Officer Vikas Singh, the centre houses 147 children, primarily orphans and those with mental challenges.
