The key reason behind the appeal is to prevent urination in public places, thereby help ensure hygiene and cleanliness, and support tourists visiting the city. | Photo Credit: FILE PHOTO The Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) has appealed to the Mysuru Hotel Owners’ Association to allow members of the public to use toilets in hotels and restaurants free of charge.The proposal aims to improve access to sanitation facilities in the city known for its cleanliness and tourist attractions.It is intended to make toilet facilities easily accessible to tourists, particularly those visiting the city centres and tourist destinations.Citing the inflow of a large number of tourists to the city which is expected to witness heavy footfalls till the end of this month with attractions such as Dasara illumination, the MCC felt that it becomes important to provide access to toilet facilities to the public, especially women, children, senior citizens and physically challenged persons.In a press release here, MCC Commissioner M.K. Savita suggested that hotels and eateries must not limit the use of toilets to their customers and extend the facility to the general public for free.The key reason behind the appeal is to prevent urination in public places, thereby help ensure hygiene and cleanliness, and support tourists visiting the city.The hotel staff should facilitate easy access to toilets and ensure that they are maintained in hygienic conditions with adequate water supply, the release added.Emphasising the need to make Mysuru clean, beautiful and tourist-friendly city, the MCC Commissioner has requested the association president, office-bearers and hoteliers to extend support to its proposal.
Published - October 25, 2026 07:19 pm IST