Mysuru, July 10 -- Open electrical junction boxes, damaged play area put park visitors at risk

K. Javaregowda Park, a prominent landmark in Saraswathipuram, has turned into an eyesore due to prolonged neglect, turning what was once a popular public space into a civic concern.

A walk through the sprawling Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) - owned park, named after veteran Congress leader K. Javaregowda, who had served as Mysuru City Congress President, reveals a host of maintenance issues.

Damaged children's play equipment, a defunct fountain, rusted dustbins and broken pavement near the main entrance gate are among the visible signs of neglect.

Exposed electric cables

More worrying are two electrical junction boxes attached to light pole...