Chikkamagaluru: KSRTC bus topples
Chikkamagaluru: As many as 20 passengers injured when a KSRTC bus turned upside down near Guddehalli in NR Pura taluk here on Friday morning.
The incident occurred when a KSRTC sleeper bus proceeding from Bengaluru to Shringeri toppled after its driver lost control over the vehicle. The injured have been hospitalised.
A case has been registered at the local police station.
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Limited night traffic allowed through Bandipur forest, says Minister Eshwara Khandre
Bengaluru: Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre announced that restricted vehicular movement, including two buses and one ambulance, will be permitted inside the Bandipur forest area during nighttime hours. This decision marks a slight relaxation of the strict night travel ban that has been in place to protect the sensitive wildlife habitat.
Speaking to reporters at Vidhana Soudha on Wednesday, Khandre explained that the original ban was enforced to minimize human interference in the forest, a critical tiger reserve known for its biodiversity. However, exceptions were made following persistent requests from various political leaders and public representatives advocating for essential transport services.
In addition to addressing transport policy, Khandre highlighted the release of a new wildlife documentary titled "Cauvery: River of Life". Created by conservationists Saravan Kumar and Dr. Sanjay Gubbi, the film explores the ecological importance of the Cauvery River and the struggles faced by wildlife that depend on its waters, particularly during the harsh summer months.
The documentary vividly portrays the transformations along the river over time, capturing the richness of wildlife in the Cauvery and Male Mahadeshwara Hills sanctuaries. Featured species include elephants, deer, wild dogs, frogs, and various birds, revealing their adaptive lifestyles in forests increasingly affected by climate change and human encroachment. Khandre noted that the film raises critical awareness about conservation challenges, emphasizing the need for sustainable policies to balance development and environmental protection.
