India, April 12 -- Sir,

Mysuru is home to several beautiful heritage buildings and structures, many of which reflect the city's rich architectural legacy. There is a strong public sentiment that authorities must take timely steps to preserve these landmarks for future generations. However, some of these structures have deteriorated over time and are now on the verge of collapse. In several cases, there is an ongoing debate on whether they should be restored or reconstructed while retaining their heritage features.

Unfortunately, decisions on such matters often take a long time due to various administrative and technical considerations. One such heritage building is the structure on Sayyaji Rao Road that houses the Central Public Library...