ಚಾಮುಂಡಿ ಬೆಟ್ಟ ಉಳಿಸಿ ಅಭಿಯಾನ | Save Chamundi Hill Movement

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"Chamundi Betta Ulisi Abhiyana" (Save Chamundi Hill Movement) is an ongoing environmental and heritage conservation movement led by activists, local residents, and the Mysore Grahakara Parishat (MGP) to protest against excessive commercialization and concretization of the sacred Chamundi Hill in Mysuru.

Key Concerns and Demands
The movement aims to protect the hill's natural biodiversity and spiritual ambience, which activists argue are threatened by unchecked development and commercial activity.

Halting New Construction: Activists demand a complete halt to all new construction on the hill, regardless of the proposed architectural design or scheme.
Relocation of Commercial Outlets: A key demand is to shift existing shops and restaurants to the foothills, providing fair compensation to traders, to reduce the commercial footprint on the hill.
Restricting Vehicle Access: The movement advocates for stricter restrictions, including a year-round ban on private vehicles, to manage traffic and pollution, a measure already implemented on Fridays during the Ashada season.
Biodiversity Restoration: The primary priority, according to the movement, is the restoration of the hill's natural environment and status as a Reserve Forest and biodiversity hotspot.
PRASHAD Scheme Concerns: There are specific concerns that the central government's PRASHAD (Pilgrimage Rejuvenation and Spiritual Heritage Augmentation Drive) scheme should not be used as a pretext for further concretization.

Notable Support
The movement has gained support from various public figures, including Pramodadevi Wadiyar and Yaduveer Wadiyar, members of the erstwhile Mysuru royal family, who have participated in protests and signature campaigns to save the hill.