In this video, CIVIC Bangalore focuses on Bengaluru & the Environment, examining the city’s ecological challenges and governance responses through a citizen-centric lens.
The discussion is led by Sandeep Anirudhan, who unpacks key environmental concerns facing Bengaluru — from urban planning and lake conservation to green cover, mobility, and sustainable development. The conversation critically evaluates policy promises against on-ground realities and highlights how environmental governance directly impacts the quality of life of Bengalureans.

🌱 Key themes discussed:

Urban environmental stress and governance gaps
Lakes, green spaces, and ecological sustainability
Infrastructure growth vs environmental protection
Citizen participation and accountability in environmental decision-making
This video is part of CIVIC Bangalore’s broader effort to encourage informed public dialogue, data-backed evaluation, and accountable urban governance.
📌 Watch to understand where Bengaluru stands on environmental action — and what needs to change going forward.