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With the urban development department delaying a notification in regard to the new guidelines, mobile towers continue to pose a threat to children and patients. The government also proposed annual fee for every mobile tower.However, the government has not notified the new guidelines, allowing mobile towers to continue operating from residential, school and hospital zones. "We expect it soon," he said.Residents are upset by the delay and want the urban development department and MCC to act swiftly. Sources told TOI the registration and survey of mobile towers will be taken up after the government notifies the new rules. The government must act immediately," Rajendra Setty, a resident of KR Mohalla, said.He added, "Everyone is aware that mobile towers near schools are not advisable..