Capt. Brijesh Chowta, the Member of Parliament for Dakshina Kannada, has called on the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) to collaborate with local police and authorities to remove encroachments along national highways. He highlighted the dangers these structures pose to traffic flow, particularly between Pumpwell and Thokkottu.

• 01MP Capt. Brijesh Chowta expressed dissatisfaction with NHAI's inaction on encroachments.
• 02He emphasized the need for police and local bodies' involvement in removal efforts.
• 03Encroachments are particularly problematic between Pumpwell and Thokkottu.
• 04The MP called for coordination with the Mangaluru City Corporation.
• 05The structures threaten the smooth flow of traffic on national highways.

The removal of encroachments could significantly improve traffic flow and safety for commuters in Dakshina Kannada.