The purpose of the construction has also left many walkers puzzled, with some speculating it could be a HOPCOMS unit and others assuming it may be a RO water facility. Previously, construction of a shed-like structure near the bandstand had begun in May, prompting opposition from some, although the objections were not considered, and the construction was completed.
The letter by the High Court of Karnataka was addressed to the Joint Commissioner of Police Traffic, the Secretary to the government (Horticulture Department), and the Chief Engineer of PWD South. It stated, “I am directed to request you to take necessary steps to enable parking of vehicles of public litigants on one side of the road between Victoria Statue to KSLTA/road, Cubbon Park, Bengaluru. Further, the Police Department is also directed to take necessary steps in coordination with concerned departments to put up signboards designating the parking area for enabling parking of the vehicles on the said road,” as signed by KS Bharath Kumar, Registrar General.