According to local residents, drainage blockages in several parts of the town are not cleared quickly. As a result, wastewater flows on the roads for days and creates an unpleasant smell.

In Annayya Gowda Layout, sewage water is reportedly overflowing from the drainage system, spreading across the roads. Residents said that wastewater from septic pits is being released into the drains at night, which causes dirty water to flow along the entire stretch of the road.

Due to the strong foul smell, people living in the area said they are forced to cover their noses while moving around. Some residents said they even wear masks when walking in the locality.

The stagnant water in the drains has also become a breeding ground for mosquitoes, raising fears of diseases such as dengue and malaria among the residents.

People living in the area said the unpleasant smell in the locality has become so severe that it affects their daily life, and even eating food has become difficult for some residents.

Residents said they have repeatedly urged officials of the Town Panchayat to inspect the main road in Annayya Gowda Layout and take action to solve the problem. However, they alleged that panchayat workers visit the area only once in about six months. During such visits, they clear some plants around the drains but leave the waste inside the drains.

Former Town Panchayat member Nayana Jayaprakash Shetty said the drainage cleaning system in the town functioned better when the BJP was in power earlier. She said the issue can be resolved only if the drains are completely cleaned and maintained regularly.