Local elections should make service responsibility visible

A city’s civic structure matters because residents need to know which authority is responsible for a broken road, flooded street or missing footpath. The Greater Bengaluru Authority election process has been extended while electoral-roll revision continues, but that should not make everyday accountability harder to find.nnThe December target gives officials time to prepare, not a reason to stop publishing work plans. Bangalore Herald will track the division between state agencies, municipal corporations and the future elected body.

The correction process should work for residents without reliable internet as well as confident users. Bangalore Herald will report whether the digital service provides help, privacy and a clear response.