UnboxingBLR Foundation, a nonprofit, has started work on beautification and infrastructure improvement on Church Street, a bustling shopping area in Bengaluru.
The initiative, part of the BBMP’s “Namma Bengaluru, Namma Koduge” (“Our Bengaluru, Our Contribution”) program, aligns with UnboxingBLR’s mission of making Bengaluru a more vibrant city, a statement said.
Foundation chairman Prashanth Prakash said his organization’s goal is to make Church Street an inspiring and engaging location for both locals and visitors. “We will work collaboratively with all stakeholders on this project which reflects our vision of a thriving Bengaluru that blends modern innovation with its cultural roots.”
Church Street is one of the first of three streets adopted by UnboxingBLR under an MoU with BBMP, with similar transformations planned for Richmond Road and Vittal Mallya Road. The facelift includes road and footpath repairs, and upgrades to streetlights, garbage disposal facilities, drainage, and introduction of ornamental greenery. Under the current MoU, UnboxingBLR will maintain Church Street for two years.
BBMP commissioner Tushar Girinath said UnboxingBLR’s commitment to Church Street demonstrates the power of public-private partnerships in creating a better Bengaluru. “We are pleased that they have stepped forward to transform this iconic street into a space that represents the best of our city. We hope this project will serve as a model for similar initiatives across Bengaluru, showcasing the positive results of collaborative urban development.”
In addition to BBMP, other city stakeholders, including Shanthinagar MLA NA Haris, architect Naresh Narasimhan, andChurch Street residents and businesses are also collaborating with the project.
“Church Street is a vital part of Bengaluru’s landscape, where tradition meets modern life, and people come together. This project shows what’s possible when communities, businesses, and civic bodies work side by side. I look forward to seeing Church Street become a model for similar projects across our city—creating public spaces that are accessible, vibrant, and community-driven," said.
“Church Street’s new look will also set a precedent for sustainable and aesthetic urban revitalization projects across the city,” said Prakash, who is also a founding partner at the VC firm Accel. “We hope this project will inspire more community-driven, stakeholder-supported projects in the future.”
“Our commitment to transforming Church Street into a vibrant, community-centered space is at the heart of this project,” foundation CEO Malini Goyal said. “In addition to the civil improvements and aesthetic enhancements, we’re excited to bring ‘Hubba in Your Street,’ a part of our BLR Hubba festival, to Church Street from Nov 30 to Dec 15, adding a rich cultural layer to this initiative. This effort reflects UnboxingBLR’s mission to document and celebrate Bengaluru’s evolution as a global tech hub and cultural melting pot. We look forward to supporting more initiatives that capture the city’s unique spirit.”
The initiative, part of the BBMP’s “Namma Bengaluru, Namma Koduge” (“Our Bengaluru, Our Contribution”) program, aligns with UnboxingBLR’s mission of making Bengaluru a more vibrant city, a statement said.
Foundation chairman Prashanth Prakash said his organization’s goal is to make Church Street an inspiring and engaging location for both locals and visitors. “We will work collaboratively with all stakeholders on this project which reflects our vision of a thriving Bengaluru that blends modern innovation with its cultural roots.”
Church Street is one of the first of three streets adopted by UnboxingBLR under an MoU with BBMP, with similar transformations planned for Richmond Road and Vittal Mallya Road. The facelift includes road and footpath repairs, and upgrades to streetlights, garbage disposal facilities, drainage, and introduction of ornamental greenery. Under the current MoU, UnboxingBLR will maintain Church Street for two years.
BBMP commissioner Tushar Girinath said UnboxingBLR’s commitment to Church Street demonstrates the power of public-private partnerships in creating a better Bengaluru. “We are pleased that they have stepped forward to transform this iconic street into a space that represents the best of our city. We hope this project will serve as a model for similar initiatives across Bengaluru, showcasing the positive results of collaborative urban development.”
In addition to BBMP, other city stakeholders, including Shanthinagar MLA NA Haris, architect Naresh Narasimhan, andChurch Street residents and businesses are also collaborating with the project.
“Church Street is a vital part of Bengaluru’s landscape, where tradition meets modern life, and people come together. This project shows what’s possible when communities, businesses, and civic bodies work side by side. I look forward to seeing Church Street become a model for similar projects across our city—creating public spaces that are accessible, vibrant, and community-driven," said.
“Church Street’s new look will also set a precedent for sustainable and aesthetic urban revitalization projects across the city,” said Prakash, who is also a founding partner at the VC firm Accel. “We hope this project will inspire more community-driven, stakeholder-supported projects in the future.”
“Our commitment to transforming Church Street into a vibrant, community-centered space is at the heart of this project,” foundation CEO Malini Goyal said. “In addition to the civil improvements and aesthetic enhancements, we’re excited to bring ‘Hubba in Your Street,’ a part of our BLR Hubba festival, to Church Street from Nov 30 to Dec 15, adding a rich cultural layer to this initiative. This effort reflects UnboxingBLR’s mission to document and celebrate Bengaluru’s evolution as a global tech hub and cultural melting pot. We look forward to supporting more initiatives that capture the city’s unique spirit.”
