Peenya

Overview :

Peenya is a well-developed industrial area, located in the north-western region of Bengaluru. It is surrounded by localities include suburbs like Yeshwantpur, Chokkasandra, Jalahalli, and Kammagondanahalli.

Peenya has many industrial units set up in the area. The social infrastructure around Peenya is impressive and complements the industrial establishments present in the area.

Connectivity :

The locality has an active transport system with multiple buses plying through the region. Bangalore-Mangalore Highway connects Peenya to Tumkur Road, which meets the Outer Ring Road at Yeshwantpur.

Yeshwantpur Railway Station is the closest station to Peenya, situated 5 km from here.

Air travel is facilitated by Kempegowda International Airport, which lies 35 km away, and can be reached within an hour via NH-7.

Factors for future growth :

Development of Bangalore-Mangalore Highway was one of the major factors that helped Peenya come to terms with its real estate worth.Another factor that helped this area grow was the availability of a vast expanse of land.

Peenya has seen a major boost in connectivity because of the Namma Metro Reach 3B which is completed and ready for public connecting Peenya Industries to Nagasandra on Tumkur Road. The civic authorities are planning to improve the basic infrastructure in Peenya, which includes repairing and re-asphalting of roads and construction of a bus shelter and public toilet. Improvement in civic infrastructure will contribute greatly to the future development of the area.

Infrastructure :

Malls like Rockline Mall, Fashion Mall, Big Bazaar, and Shop Mall Store present in proximity to the area.

The locality also plays host to popular eateries like McDonald’s and Cafe Coffee Day.

National Institute of Design, AIMS Institute, Indian Plywood Industries Research and Training Institute, and Nettur Technical Training Foundation are a few noteworthy institutions scattered around the region.

Hospitals in the vicinity include Rajiv Kirloskar Hospital, Raksha Multispeciality Hospital, and Sarojini Hospital.

Major Challenges :

Poor maintenance of footpaths and overflowing drains is one of the major issues faced by the residents of this locality.

Roads near certain areas in Peenya are clogged with vehicles as there is a shortage of parking spaces in the region, which leads to traffic congestion in the area.

Another major challenge hovering over this industrial area is the release of untreated effluents from factories.