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Bengaluru–Mysuru access controlled highway is encountering a new challenge — thieves have set their sights on the protective fence lining its edges. Over the past few days, theft of fencing has been reported in Channapatna and other locations along the route. The fence is intended to deter jaywalking.
Recently, thieves stole the fence on a 1-kilometer stretch near Channapatna, and sold the metal as scrap. According to local police, the fence has been stolen at Thittamaranahalli in Channapatna taluk, which has increased the risk of accidents on the access controlled highway.
