A viral drone image of Bengaluru's Bellandur depicting urban inequality drew the attention of netizens on social media, which eventually led to a serious discussion underscoring the stark contrast between two adjacent communities in the city.
The viral image on social media platform X, which invited comparisons to the popular strategy game "Clash of Clans," depicted two sides of Bellandur- one part showed a meticulously planned luxury villa layout, while the other part showed a densely packed, underdeveloped neighborhood.
Discussions Over Urban Inequality
The image, with source yet to be identified, has reignited discussions on discrepancies in Bengaluru's urban planning. The clear divide in the viral image has made many citizens question the role of municipal bodies in city planning.
Moreover, the image also emphasized the tech city's growing economic disparity and uneven access to resources.
However, the city planners and policymakers are yet to take cognisance of the matter. Any response from the concerned people is still awaited.
Netizens Question Urban Planning
The viral image didn't take much time to grab the attention of the netizens, who promptly questioned the disparity and the municipal authorities' failure to develop well-planned layouts.
"Why can’t municipal corporations plan our cities the way private developers do?" one user asked. The line of thought resonated with many other internet users.
Criticism also encompassed governance and corruption, with a user stating, "While private realtors can build such planned layouts, why can't any government authority? It was never about money, technology, or capability, it has always been about priorities and corruption leading to ill-fated infrastructure for the deserving. When will people realize this?"
