Bengaluru, July 10 -- Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Friday said the state government is committed to making Bengaluru "cleaner, safer and more accessible" as it continues its footpath clearance drive across the city, asserting that the exercise is aimed at improving pedestrian safety while ensuring rehabilitation for poor street vendors.

Addressing the press conferences, Shivakumar said Bengaluru's growing global stature demands better civic infrastructure and safer public spaces.

"India and the world are looking at Bengaluru, and we want it to be one of the safest cities. Over the last three years, more than 900 pedestrians have lost their lives due to these issues. This is a matter of great concern," he said.

The Chief Mi...