Karmana

Toxic electronics dumped in open. Sharing this early so it can be addressed before it turns into something more serious. It’s been noticeable for a while now and seems to be getting slightly worse with time.

Urgent need for platelets for dengue patient. Open to suggestions or pointers on what would be the right next step. Trying to get a better understanding of how to approach this.

My neighbor’s father needs emergency O-Negative blood for surgery. The hospital has none in stock. If you are eligible, please help urgently. It might be possible to organize something small to address this collectively. Thinking of taking some action on this soon and seeing if a few people nearby are interested.

They are trying to reclaim the wetland in the dead of night. If this buffer zone is gone, the surrounding areas will flood during the next big rain. We’ve geo-tagged the location. BBMP needs to act before the concrete starts pouring. It’s been noticeable for a while now and seems to be getting slightly worse with time. Sharing this early so it can be addressed before it turns into something more serious.

It is terrifying that basic life-saving medications are unavailable at the primary health center. Patients who can't afford private pharmacies are being sent back. This supply chain gap is literally a matter of life and death. It’s been noticeable for a while now and seems to be getting slightly worse with time. Sharing this early so it can be addressed before it turns into something more serious.

Plastic food containers piling up. It’s been noticeable for a while now and seems to be getting slightly worse with time. A few people nearby have also pointed it out, so it’s not just a one-off observation.

Fake expiry labels used. It’s been noticeable for a while now and seems to be getting slightly worse with time. Sharing this early so it can be addressed before it turns into something more serious.

Honey not authentic. A few people nearby have also pointed it out, so it’s not just a one-off observation. Sharing this early so it can be addressed before it turns into something more serious.

Tea mixed with waste material. Sharing this early so it can be addressed before it turns into something more serious. It’s been noticeable for a while now and seems to be getting slightly worse with time.

Someone has cut the fence near the back entrance. Now we have bikers using the walking track as a shortcut and cattle grazing on the sensitive saplings we planted last year. It’s a safety and environmental hazard. Sharing this early so it can be addressed before it turns into something more serious. A few people nearby have also pointed it out, so it’s not just a one-off observation.

We live so close but hardly know our neighbors. I’m organizing a casual "Meet & Greet" at the local park this Saturday. No agenda, just a chance to connect and build a stronger community. Bring your own snacks and tea! Let’s make our lane safer and friendlier by knowing who lives next door. Comment below to be added to the invite list. Open to suggestions or pointers on what would be the right next step. Trying to get a better understanding of how to approach this.

Society became fully water self-sufficient. Moments like this make it feel worth the effort. Really glad this came together and made a difference, even if in a simple way.

Installing RWH filter to divert runoff. If anyone wants to join in or has done something similar, would be great to coordinate. It might be possible to organize something small to address this collectively.

This specific wall near the metro exit is constantly used as a public urinal, and the stench is unbearable for commuters. We want to do a "Deep Fix"—thoroughly cleaning the wall with disinfectant and then painting a large, colorful mural of "Namma Bengaluru" to discourage people from using it as a toilet. We need cleaners and artists! If anyone wants to join in or has done something similar, would be great to coordinate. Thinking of taking some action on this soon and seeing if a few people nearby are interested.

Clearing blocked RWH inlet to stop flooding. It might be possible to organize something small to address this collectively. If anyone wants to join in or has done something similar, would be great to coordinate.

Floating plants are filtering pollutants and improving clarity. Moments like this make it feel worth the effort. Really glad this came together and made a difference, even if in a simple way.

Providing foot care and slippers. It might be possible to organize something small to address this collectively. Thinking of taking some action on this soon and seeing if a few people nearby are interested.

Teaching zero-odor composting methods. Thinking of taking some action on this soon and seeing if a few people nearby are interested. If anyone wants to join in or has done something similar, would be great to coordinate.

Harvested 20kg vegetables grown using compost. It’s a small step, but the impact is quite visible when you see it in person. Really glad this came together and made a difference, even if in a simple way.

Reclaiming garbage spot into community garden. If anyone wants to join in or has done something similar, would be great to coordinate. Thinking of taking some action on this soon and seeing if a few people nearby are interested.

Cleared 2 truckloads of waste and transformed spot into seating + library. Moments like this make it feel worth the effort. It’s a small step, but the impact is quite visible when you see it in person.

I park my auto here every day, and the smell is getting worse. The vendors dump their spoiled stock right into the open drains. One heavy rain and this whole road will be flooded. We need a dedicated organic waste bin for the market vendors. A few people nearby have also pointed it out, so it’s not just a one-off observation. Sharing this early so it can be addressed before it turns into something more serious.

Wood waste dumped improperly. Sharing this early so it can be addressed before it turns into something more serious. It’s been noticeable for a while now and seems to be getting slightly worse with time.

Visitors leave picnic trash. Let’s clean and install awareness signs. If anyone wants to join in or has done something similar, would be great to coordinate. Thinking of taking some action on this soon and seeing if a few people nearby are interested.

Broken glass becoming hazard. It’s been noticeable for a while now and seems to be getting slightly worse with time. A few people nearby have also pointed it out, so it’s not just a one-off observation.

Celebrating all upcycling efforts with a fair. If anyone wants to join in or has done something similar, would be great to coordinate. It might be possible to organize something small to address this collectively.

15 volunteers collected 12 bags of waste. Really glad this came together and made a difference, even if in a simple way. It’s a small step, but the impact is quite visible when you see it in person.

We successfully vaccinated and dewormed 45 dogs with help from local vets. Scheduled 12 for ABC surgery. Really glad this came together and made a difference, even if in a simple way. It’s a small step, but the impact is quite visible when you see it in person.

After last night's rain, a heavy cable has snapped and is dangling just 5 feet above the footpath near Coles Park. I’m not sure if it’s an internet cable or a live BESCOM wire. I’ve called the BESCOM helpline but no one has arrived in 4 hours. Can someone with a "Complaint ID" from BESCOM please tag them on social media? Please avoid walking on this stretch. Open to suggestions or pointers on what would be the right next step. Would really appreciate inputs from people who have dealt with something similar.

30 volunteers removed 120kg debris. Moments like this make it feel worth the effort. It’s a small step, but the impact is quite visible when you see it in person.

Helping seniors get Aadhaar and pension. It might be possible to organize something small to address this collectively. If anyone wants to join in or has done something similar, would be great to coordinate.

Helping locate family for dementia patient. It might be possible to organize something small to address this collectively. Thinking of taking some action on this soon and seeing if a few people nearby are interested.

The hyacinth has completely covered the water surface at Somasundrapalya Lake again. You can't even see the water anymore; it just looks like a field of green weeds. This is killing the fish and creating a huge mosquito problem for everyone living in Sector 2. A few of us are going to try and pull as much as we can from the shore. It’s a workout, honestly—better than the gym. We need some strong folks to help haul the wet weeds onto the embankment so the sun can dry them out before disposal. Thinking of taking some action on this soon and seeing if a few people nearby are interested. It might be possible to organize something small to address this collectively.

Helping families apply for birth certificates and Aadhaar. It might be possible to organize something small to address this collectively. If anyone wants to join in or has done something similar, would be great to coordinate.

Forest trails are filled with masks and wipes. Let’s do a sanitary plog. It might be possible to organize something small to address this collectively. Thinking of taking some action on this soon and seeing if a few people nearby are interested.

For a "premium" locality, the state of our roads is shameful. This pothole right outside the park entrance makes it very difficult for senior citizens to walk or cross. The edges are sharp and dangerous. Sharing this early so it can be addressed before it turns into something more serious. A few people nearby have also pointed it out, so it’s not just a one-off observation.

This lake was built by Kempegowda himself. To see it filled with sewage and the stone structures crumbling is a shame to our city’s history. The drainage system around Basavanagudi needs to be redirected away from this heritage site. A few people nearby have also pointed it out, so it’s not just a one-off observation. It’s been noticeable for a while now and seems to be getting slightly worse with time.

I’m a local history enthusiast and I’ve put together a small map of 10 heritage bungalows and old trees in Richards Town. I’m doing a free walk this Sunday at 7 AM. Anyone interested in Bengaluru’s colonial architecture is welcome to join. No fees, just a casual group walk. Comment below if you'd like the meeting point and the route details. Would really appreciate inputs from people who have dealt with something similar. Trying to get a better understanding of how to approach this.

Jayanagar is home to so many retirees, but the new footpaths are built without any consideration for them. These high curbs are impossible for anyone with knee issues or a walker. We need ramps at every 50 meters. Sharing this early so it can be addressed before it turns into something more serious. A few people nearby have also pointed it out, so it’s not just a one-off observation.

In my weekly clinic, 70% of the children I see have preventable skin infections due to poor sanitation and lack of clean water. We need an urgent hygiene drive and a fix for the overflowing sewage in this lane. It’s been noticeable for a while now and seems to be getting slightly worse with time. Sharing this early so it can be addressed before it turns into something more serious.

Rescued 5 cows and relocated to safe shelter. It’s a small step, but the impact is quite visible when you see it in person. Moments like this make it feel worth the effort.

A dog was hit by a car and cannot move. He’s in pain and scared. Need experienced help to transport him safely to a vet. It might be possible to organize something small to address this collectively. Thinking of taking some action on this soon and seeing if a few people nearby are interested.

We are hiring a full-time live-in nanny for our 1-year-old. I’ve heard that the local police station provides a verification service, but the process seems confusing. Can it be done online, or do I need to visit the station with the person? Also, are there any private agencies in Bengaluru that do comprehensive criminal and previous-employment background checks? Safety is our top priority. Would really appreciate inputs from people who have dealt with something similar. Open to suggestions or pointers on what would be the right next step.

Reporting dangerous pothole and seeking escalation. Would really appreciate inputs from people who have dealt with something similar. Open to suggestions or pointers on what would be the right next step.

Solo plogging cleared entire 5km loop. Moments like this make it feel worth the effort. It’s a small step, but the impact is quite visible when you see it in person.

Distributed 100 compost-based garden kits. Really glad this came together and made a difference, even if in a simple way. Moments like this make it feel worth the effort.

Noticed this blue discharge late last night. It’s clearly from one of the nearby dyeing or chemical units. The groundwater in Seegehalli is already poor; this will make it toxic. Urgent inspection needed. A few people nearby have also pointed it out, so it’s not just a one-off observation. Sharing this early so it can be addressed before it turns into something more serious.

Every day at this signal, I see women carrying very young babies, weaving through high-speed traffic. The children always seem to be in a deep sleep, even in the scorching sun. This is a clear case of organized beggary. We need CWC intervention to check on these children's health and safety. Sharing this early so it can be addressed before it turns into something more serious. A few people nearby have also pointed it out, so it’s not just a one-off observation.

Kaikondrahalli is looking really sad this summer. The water has receded so much that the lakebed is visible in most places, and people have started throwing trash into the dry patches. We need to clear this trash now while the water is low, or it will just be buried when it rains. We are also going to try and dig out some of the silt that has accumulated at the edges to increase the lake's capacity. Bring your friends, it’s going to be a long morning. It might be possible to organize something small to address this collectively. If anyone wants to join in or has done something similar, would be great to coordinate.

Educated 500 families on water usage. It’s a small step, but the impact is quite visible when you see it in person. Really glad this came together and made a difference, even if in a simple way.

No ventilators available for newborn emergency. It’s been noticeable for a while now and seems to be getting slightly worse with time. A few people nearby have also pointed it out, so it’s not just a one-off observation.

Cubbon Park is supposed to be a peaceful retreat, but lately, there are loud portable speakers and commercial photoshoots happening everywhere, even in the "Quiet Zones." The guards seem to ignore it. Who can we write to in the Horticulture Department to ensure the park's tranquility is maintained? We need stricter rules on noise levels. Trying to get a better understanding of how to approach this. Would really appreciate inputs from people who have dealt with something similar.

My father had a fall, and finding a hospital bed that offers geriatric-specific care was a nightmare. General wards are too noisy and overwhelming for the elderly. Bengaluru needs more dedicated geriatric clinics and wards for our aging population. A few people nearby have also pointed it out, so it’s not just a one-off observation. It’s been noticeable for a while now and seems to be getting slightly worse with time.

Plastic waste is stuck in rock crevices. Let’s clean this heritage landmark. Thinking of taking some action on this soon and seeing if a few people nearby are interested. It might be possible to organize something small to address this collectively.

20 walkers removed 80kg plastic from flower beds. Moments like this make it feel worth the effort. Really glad this came together and made a difference, even if in a simple way.

I am moving out after a two-year stay. I gave my landlord a 2-month notice as per the agreement, but now he is insisting on deducting 1 month’s rent for "professional painting" and another 20k for "deep cleaning," despite the house being in great condition. Does anyone know the specific RERA or Karnataka Rent Act clause regarding "wear and tear"? I want to send a formal notice. If anyone has a template for a legal notice for deposit recovery, please share! Would really appreciate inputs from people who have dealt with something similar. Trying to get a better understanding of how to approach this.

Seeking commute options from metro station. Open to suggestions or pointers on what would be the right next step. Would really appreciate inputs from people who have dealt with something similar.

Collecting leaves for compost instead of landfill. If anyone wants to join in or has done something similar, would be great to coordinate. It might be possible to organize something small to address this collectively.

School became water-neutral saving 20000L monthly. It’s a small step, but the impact is quite visible when you see it in person. Moments like this make it feel worth the effort.

Installed 20 solar lanterns from recycled bottles. Moments like this make it feel worth the effort. Really glad this came together and made a difference, even if in a simple way.

During peak hours, these trucks block everything. They should only be allowed to unload at night. The footpath becomes a warehouse floor for hours, forcing everyone onto the narrow, busy road. It’s been noticeable for a while now and seems to be getting slightly worse with time. Sharing this early so it can be addressed before it turns into something more serious.

The building where our local Anganwadi operates is falling apart. During the rain last night, the floor was flooded. These children deserve a hygienic and safe learning environment. Can we crowd-source a renovation or push the BBMP for a new space? A few people nearby have also pointed it out, so it’s not just a one-off observation. It’s been noticeable for a while now and seems to be getting slightly worse with time.

There are so many elders in our tech-park-surrounded societies whose children are abroad. They have food and shelter, but they are dying of loneliness. We need a "Grandparent Volunteer" program where young people spend an hour a week with them. A few people nearby have also pointed it out, so it’s not just a one-off observation. It’s been noticeable for a while now and seems to be getting slightly worse with time.

We found four tiny kittens abandoned in a cardboard box near the railway station. They are about 3 weeks old and need bottle-feeding and warmth. Our house is already full of rescues. Can anyone foster them for a month until they are ready for adoption? We will provide the food and medical supplies. Please help save these little ones! Would really appreciate inputs from people who have dealt with something similar. Trying to get a better understanding of how to approach this.

My wife is undergoing hip replacement surgery next week. I need a qualified nurse or a trained medical attendant who can stay with us for 10 days to help with medication, dressing, and physiotherapy. Most agencies I find online have mixed reviews. Looking for a verified service that is reliable and handles patients with care. Any local leads in the Ulsoor/Indiranagar area? Would really appreciate inputs from people who have dealt with something similar. Open to suggestions or pointers on what would be the right next step.

I’m working on a platform for hyper-local civic engagement (similar to Karmana!) and need a Full-Stack developer who is passionate about urban problem-solving. I have the business plan and initial funding ready. If you are in Indiranagar/Koramangala and want to build something that actually matters to the city, let’s meet for coffee. Open to suggestions or pointers on what would be the right next step. Trying to get a better understanding of how to approach this.

I’ve lived in Bengaluru for 5 years and can manage basic transactions, but I really want to learn how to read and write Kannada and have deeper conversations. Can someone recommend a tutor or a weekend class in Malleswaram that focuses on conversational Kannada for working professionals? I prefer offline classes. Would really appreciate inputs from people who have dealt with something similar. Trying to get a better understanding of how to approach this.

Seeking NGO support for sterilization and vaccination. Would really appreciate inputs from people who have dealt with something similar. Open to suggestions or pointers on what would be the right next step.

Seeking postpartum support group or forming one. Trying to get a better understanding of how to approach this. Would really appreciate inputs from people who have dealt with something similar.

Deep cleaned subway and restored lighting and ventilation. Really glad this came together and made a difference, even if in a simple way. Moments like this make it feel worth the effort.

A large section of the Madiwala Lake fence has been pulled down, and people are using it as a shortcut to dump construction debris and household garbage. I saw two trucks unloading mud there last night. We need to clear the existing debris and set up a temporary barricade until the permanent fence is fixed. If we don't act now, this will become a permanent "black spot." Looking for volunteers who can help move heavy stones and clear the trash. If anyone wants to join in or has done something similar, would be great to coordinate. Thinking of taking some action on this soon and seeing if a few people nearby are interested.

The walking path outside the Madiwala Lake fence has become a dumping ground for old furniture and household junk. I saw a broken sofa and two old mattresses lying there this morning. This attracts more small-scale dumping every day. I’m looking for 15 volunteers to help me move this junk into a central pile so the BBMP "Dry Waste" truck can pick it up. We also need to sweep the glass shards from the path. It might be possible to organize something small to address this collectively. If anyone wants to join in or has done something similar, would be great to coordinate.

Installed safety infrastructure in 10 homes. Really glad this came together and made a difference, even if in a simple way. It’s a small step, but the impact is quite visible when you see it in person.

Three of the Indies in our lane have developed severe mange, and they are constantly scratching until they bleed. It’s heartbreaking to see them in such discomfort, especially with the heat rising. I’ve consulted a vet and have the medicated shampoo and oral meds ready. I need 5 volunteers to help me catch and bathe these dogs. Thinking of taking some action on this soon and seeing if a few people nearby are interested. It might be possible to organize something small to address this collectively.

This road handles hundreds of trucks daily. The potholes have turned into mud pools. It’s impossible for pedestrians to walk without getting splashed. The drainage is completely blocked here. A few people nearby have also pointed it out, so it’s not just a one-off observation. Sharing this early so it can be addressed before it turns into something more serious.

Woke up to a heartbreaking sight during my morning walk. The oxygen levels must have plummeted. There’s a clear visible inflow of untreated sewage from the sapphire side. This is a central city landmark; how is this still happening? It’s been noticeable for a while now and seems to be getting slightly worse with time. A few people nearby have also pointed it out, so it’s not just a one-off observation.

Butcher waste attracting aggressive dogs. A few people nearby have also pointed it out, so it’s not just a one-off observation. Sharing this early so it can be addressed before it turns into something more serious.

Found this near a small clinic in our area. This is a massive health risk for the waste pickers and the community. Medical waste must be incinerated, not dumped in the BBMP bins. Reporting this clinic for violation of norms. A few people nearby have also pointed it out, so it’s not just a one-off observation. Sharing this early so it can be addressed before it turns into something more serious.

Treating untreated wound for homeless elderly. Thinking of taking some action on this soon and seeing if a few people nearby are interested. It might be possible to organize something small to address this collectively.

Bio-medical waste dumped in open area. A few people nearby have also pointed it out, so it’s not just a one-off observation. It’s been noticeable for a while now and seems to be getting slightly worse with time.

I understand the Metro work is important, but the authorities have completely neglected the road quality around the barricades. The dust and the potholes are making life miserable for thousands of commuters daily. It’s been noticeable for a while now and seems to be getting slightly worse with time. A few people nearby have also pointed it out, so it’s not just a one-off observation.

Collected over 2000 cigarette butts. It’s a small step, but the impact is quite visible when you see it in person. Moments like this make it feel worth the effort.

50 participants cleaned nightlife stretch. Moments like this make it feel worth the effort. It’s a small step, but the impact is quite visible when you see it in person.

Milk has chemical smell. A few people nearby have also pointed it out, so it’s not just a one-off observation. It’s been noticeable for a while now and seems to be getting slightly worse with time.

Set up feeding and water points to prevent urban entry. It’s a small step, but the impact is quite visible when you see it in person. Really glad this came together and made a difference, even if in a simple way.

Weekend crowds on Mosque Road leave behind a trail of plastic cups, used tissues, and plates. By Monday morning, it’s a mess that gets blown into the open drains. I’m organizing a quick "Morning Sweep" this Sunday. We’ll focus on the sidewalks and the areas around the public bins which are usually overflowing. It only takes two hours if we have enough hands. Let’s keep our historic neighborhood clean for everyone. Thinking of taking some action on this soon and seeing if a few people nearby are interested. It might be possible to organize something small to address this collectively.

Stagnant water inside hospital campus causing dengue risk. It’s been noticeable for a while now and seems to be getting slightly worse with time. Sharing this early so it can be addressed before it turns into something more serious.

Oil contaminated causing illness. A few people nearby have also pointed it out, so it’s not just a one-off observation. Sharing this early so it can be addressed before it turns into something more serious.

First-time donor encouraging others to join and overcome fear. It might be possible to organize something small to address this collectively. Thinking of taking some action on this soon and seeing if a few people nearby are interested.

RWH filter clogged with soot and droppings. Need help cleaning before rains. Thinking of taking some action on this soon and seeing if a few people nearby are interested. If anyone wants to join in or has done something similar, would be great to coordinate.

Plastic litter is harming wildlife. Organizing a downhill plog from summit to base. If anyone wants to join in or has done something similar, would be great to coordinate. It might be possible to organize something small to address this collectively.

I love our trees, but the footpath here has been completely destroyed by the roots. Instead of fixing it with a flexible design, people have started parking their cars on the broken rubble. It’s a mess for anyone trying to walk. It’s been noticeable for a while now and seems to be getting slightly worse with time. A few people nearby have also pointed it out, so it’s not just a one-off observation.

Looking for affordable property lawyer for Khata issues. Open to suggestions or pointers on what would be the right next step. Would really appreciate inputs from people who have dealt with something similar.

Distributed 50 orthopedic shoes improving comfort. Really glad this came together and made a difference, even if in a simple way. It’s a small step, but the impact is quite visible when you see it in person.

Continuous dog fights at night. A few people nearby have also pointed it out, so it’s not just a one-off observation. It’s been noticeable for a while now and seems to be getting slightly worse with time.

Distributing blankets to children at night. It might be possible to organize something small to address this collectively. Thinking of taking some action on this soon and seeing if a few people nearby are interested.

Citizen patrol + lights stopped illegal dumping. Moments like this make it feel worth the effort. Really glad this came together and made a difference, even if in a simple way.

No female staff available during emergency night visit. A few people nearby have also pointed it out, so it’s not just a one-off observation. Sharing this early so it can be addressed before it turns into something more serious.

Malleswaram has a rich culture, but our local public library has been "under renovation" for two years. The kids in the nearby government school have nowhere to go after hours. We need a community-run reading room or a mobile library van. A few people nearby have also pointed it out, so it’s not just a one-off observation. It’s been noticeable for a while now and seems to be getting slightly worse with time.

This school is right on the main road. There is no traffic warden, no speed breakers, and the signal is too far away. It’s a miracle no one has been hit yet. We need a "School Zone" sign and a functional pedestrian crossing here immediately. Sharing this early so it can be addressed before it turns into something more serious. A few people nearby have also pointed it out, so it’s not just a one-off observation.