PubliCity: Dilapidated buildings turn safe havens for anti-social elements; 'Dirty Picture' at Harilakshmi Theatre

The BBMP's inaction in seizing old and dilapidated buildings or at least warning the owners to keep clean, fenced and safeguarded has resulted in such buildings turning into garbage dump yards. Harilakshmi Theatre in Wilson Garden has not only turned as a garbage dump yard but is a place for anti-social elements to carry out illegal activities. The residents are fed up

First Published Aug 14, 2019, 1:24 PM IST | Last Updated Aug 14, 2019, 1:24 PM IST

Bengaluru: The residents in Bengaluru staying near old and dilapidated buildings fear for their safety and raise health concerns as garbage is being dumped. Such places are also frequented by drug addicts and anti-social elements.

The residents of Wilson Garden and surrounding areas express deep concern over Harilakshmi Theatre that has been shut for the last 22 years. This place has now become a dump yard and a safe haven for illegal activities.