Bengaluru parks will now remain open for another two hours, announces Karnataka Dy CM

Updated Jun 11, 2024 3:38 PM IST

This expansion now offers citizens the opportunity to enjoy these green spaces for longer periods of time for relaxation and exercise. The decision is in line with the state government’s broader strategy to improve urban amenities and meet the evolving needs of Bengaluru’s residents.

Bengaluru parks will now remain open for another two hours, announces Karnataka Dy CM | Check the times

Bangalore: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivkumar on Tuesday announced the extension of park timings across Bangalore. The Deputy CM announced at a city press conference that a total of 1,200 public parks in the vibrant technology center will be open to the public from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Previously, area parks were open to the public daily from 5am to 8pm, with a maintenance break from 10am to 1.30pm.

This expansion now offers citizens the opportunity to enjoy these green spaces for longer periods of time for relaxation and exercise. The decision is in line with the state government’s broader strategy to improve urban amenities and meet the city’s changing needs Bengaluru‘s residents.

It also responds to the recent intense heatwave in the ‘Garden City’, where unprecedented temperatures preceded the arrival of rain. During this time, many outdoor workers and residents took refuge from the unusually scorching heat in the shade of trees in parks.

Besides addressing infrastructure issues, the deputy chief minister in charge of Bengaluru’s development and irrigation is also finalizing several decisions related to the long-delayed civic council elections. At a recent meeting with Congress lawmakers, discussions were said to include initiatives aimed at promoting and strengthening the image of ‘Brand Bengaluru’.

This expansion now offers citizens the opportunity to enjoy these green spaces for longer periods of time for relaxation and exercise. The decision is in line with the state government’s broader strategy to improve urban amenities and meet the evolving needs of Bengaluru’s residents.

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