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New Indian Express
21 hours ago
- Health
- New Indian Express
3.75 lakh tax defaulters to get notice, BBMP eyes Rs 800 crore dues
BENGALURU: Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) Chief Commissioner Maheshwar Rao instructed revenue division officials to issue notice to about 3.75 lakh tax defaulters who have not paid outstanding property tax under BBMP's jurisdiction, and collect the tax. Addressing a meeting on Monday, he instructed officials to collect property tax more effectively. 'Tax dues from about 3.75 lakh defaulters comes to Rs 700-800 crore. Notices will be issued through SMS and email for payment of property tax dues,' he said. The Chief Commissioner said that more than 50,000 applications have been submitted to the corporation for new khatas and asked officials to take up the matter on priority basis, as it will help the corporation collect more property tax. He also appealed to owners to apply for A-Khata and stated that the Karnataka government has given directions to issue A-Khatas under BBMP. Accordingly, citizens were instructed to avail of an expeditious online system and apply for A-Khata. At the review meeting, he directed officials to close potholes on priority on arterial and sub-arterial roads in the city. Measures should be taken to cover potholes on ward roads as well, and as soon as possible. He instructed officials to use cold mix and ecofix during the monsoon. With the Southwest monsoon to peak from August, he directed officials to ensure that roads are not flooded and to clean roadside shoulder drains and gratings. With mosquito-borne diseases being a concern during the monsoon, he asked municipal officers to ensure dengue cases are controlled in the city, as 69 cases were detected last week. While 442 cases were detected in July, 1,685 cases have been detected since January 2025, he added. Larvae nests should be identified and eradicated by spraying medicine, and to create awareness among citizens about dengue, volunteers should be assigned and door-to-door awareness work carried out, Rao stated. Special Commissioner Munish Moudgil, Karee Gowda, K Harish Kumar, Suralkar Vikas Kishore, Preeti Gehlot, zonal commissioners, chief engineers and other officials were present.
Time of India
18-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Big relief for Bengaluru property owners: B-Khatas to be treated as A-Khatas
The Karnataka Cabinet has approved the regularization of B-Khata properties in Bengaluru issued up to September 30, 2024, granting them A-Khata status and access to essential civic amenities. This decision aims to bring discipline to property development and resolve long-standing legal ambiguities. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads In a landmark move set to benefit thousands of property owners across Bengaluru, the Karnataka Cabinet has approved the regularization of B-Khata properties issued by the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) up to September 30, 2024. These properties will now be eligible for A-Khata recognition , bringing long-awaited legal clarity and opening access to civic amenities like electricity, water, and sewage decision was announced on Thursday by Law Minister H.K. Patil following the cabinet meeting. 'This step has been taken to bring discipline to the city's property development ecosystem and control illegal or unregulated constructions,' he stated.B-Khatas have long been a source of legal ambiguity. Originally issued since 2009 for properties that didn't meet BBMP's planning or zoning norms, B-Khatas effectively excluded these properties from receiving occupancy certificates (OC), completion certificates (CC), and utility connections. With the issuance of B-Khatas halted from September 30, 2024, the government faced mounting pressure to resolve the status of properties issued such documents in the interim cabinet meeting resulted in a consensus that B-Khatas issued based on legitimate government circulars would now be treated on par with A-Khatas. In instances where the supporting documentation is unclear or absent, the properties will still be eligible for legal regularization under revised guidelines to be notified shortly.'This move is a major relief for thousands of homeowners who have faced bureaucratic hurdles for years. It will also streamline BBMP's processes regarding OC, CC, and approval of building plans,' Patil line with this decision, the cabinet also addressed another long-pending issue—land acquisition anomalies by the Bangalore Development Authority (BDA). The cabinet resolved to withdraw 29 notifications under Section 48(1) of the Land Acquisition Act, 1984, thereby regularizing lands that were previously caught in legal developments come amid broader administrative reforms proposed under the Greater Bengaluru Administration Bill, 2024. A report by a Joint Review Committee, chaired by MLA Rizwan Arshad, recommended the creation of additional municipal corporations to better manage the city's urban sprawl. Acting on this suggestion, the cabinet approved the formation of five new municipal corporations in the Greater Bengaluru to sources, the decision to expand the number of corporations was based on long-term governance needs and population trends. Further consultations with elected representatives will determine the operational structure and boundaries of these new municipal these measures represent a significant restructuring of Bengaluru's urban management framework. By resolving B-Khata disputes and decentralizing municipal governance, the Karnataka government aims to bring greater accountability, better service delivery, and legal clarity to property ownership in one of India's fastest-growing real-estate markets.
New Indian Express
15-05-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Karnataka government extends deadline for issuing A and B-Khatas by three months
BENGALURU/TUMAKURU: With the May 10 deadline to issue A-Khatas and B-Khatas for properties in urban areas expiring, and not more than 50 per cent progress achieved, the government has extended the date by another three months. In February, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah had set a three-month deadline as a one-time solution to issue B-Khatas for properties in unauthorised layouts, and bring them under the property tax net. The measure was expected to help the government generate about Rs 3,500 crore in revenue. Urban Development Minister Byrathi Suresh said they have received 10 lakh applications so far, of which 2 lakh property owners have received B-Khata. 'Officials are verifying the remaining applications, and eligible owners will get B-Khata,'' he said. There are an estimated 30 lakh properties in illegal layouts, he added. Suresh's office issued a release stating that CM Siddaramaiah had decided to issue B-Khatas to owners who had purchased sites or constructed houses illegally, including on land which is not converted, or developed without getting plan approval etc. Suresh said it was a one-time settlement, and owners could pay a fee and get B-Khata till May 10. They also propose to issue B-Khata to those who have General Power of Attorney, after the issue is discussed in the cabinet. In Tumakuru, Minister for Municipal Administration and Hajj Rahim Khan told reporters that the period for granting A-Khata and B-Khata for houses and plots in urban areas has been extended by three months. He said the issue of B-Khatas was implemented to register houses and plots of the poor who were facing problems without any documentation, for the past 30-40 years. 'The three-month period has expired, and since only 50 per cent of B-Khatas were issued across the state, the government extended the period by another three months,' he stated. Action if Indira Canteens ignored, says minister Rahim Khan said officers have been instructed to take strict action to provide clean drinking water to people in the municipal and town panchayat areas, maintain cleanliness in Indira Canteens, and serve clean and tasty food to the public. The officers have been instructed to visit and inspect Indira Canteens frequently. 'The state government implemented Indira Canteens to benefit the poor. Snacks and meals should be arranged in these canteens so that people do not face any inconvenience. CCTVs should be operational and strict action will be taken against officials if they are negligent in the management of Indira Canteens,' he warned.
