A.H. Vishwanath decries “neglect” of Mysuru’s heritage, flags security lapses at palace

A.H. Vishwanath, an MLC, expressed concern over security lapses at the Mysuru palace following a helium gas cylinder explosion that killed three people last week. He criticized Chief Minister Siddaramaiah for his lack of response and a meeting to review security arrangements. Vishwanath also pointed out the apathy towards heritage conservation in Mysuru, citing neglected structures like the old Deputy Commissioner’s office. He called for immediate action to plug security loopholes, including vetting vendors and issuing identity cards.