Mysuru, June 29 -- The members of Yadavagiri Residents Association (YRA) have resolved to step up efforts to improve the locality through tree conservation, waste management and protection of public land, while also raising concerns over the absence of civic officials from residents' meetings.

The decisions were taken at the Association's weekly meeting held yesterday, in which 32 members participated.

As part of its green initiatives, the Association's 'Green Group' distributed snake plants free of cost to residents. Members were encouraged to plant them at garbage dumping spots to discourage littering and improve the appearance of public spaces.

During the discussion, members stressed that the city requires "plant nurturers, not just...