Fri Jan 24 15:43:12 UTC 2025: ## Mangaluru City to Expand CCTV Surveillance to Curb Illegal Waste Dumping

**Mangaluru, January 24, 2025** – The Mangaluru City Corporation (MCC) plans to expand its CCTV camera network to combat illegal roadside waste dumping, Mayor Manoj Kumar announced Friday. Currently, 16 cameras are in operation across the city, with some undergoing repairs. The MCC will install new cameras in all 60 wards, relocating existing functional cameras to areas with persistent waste disposal issues.

During a public phone-in program, Mayor Kumar addressed various citizen concerns. He confirmed action is underway to close an illegal slaughterhouse in Kudroli and urged residents to report any others. He also acknowledged delays in repairing a foot overbridge in Ullal Hoige due to a court stay and pledged to address drainage issues in Padil Karmar, Gorigudde, Honnakatte, and other areas. Other issues raised included concerns about noisy homestays, damaged pavements, the need for a zebra crossing, and the improper restoration of a road after gas pipeline work. A resident also reported a hazardous leaning tree and another complained about uncollected coconut waste.

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