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The Hindu
23-07-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
For now, Karnataka High Court allows levying fee for building plan sanction based on guidance value
A Division Bench of the High Court of Karnataka on Wednesday allowed the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) to levy fees for building licence/plan sanction, issuance of completion and occupancy certificates, and ground rent, etc., based on 'guidance value' of the properties for the time being, by staying the June 5 verdic of a single judge. A Bench comprising Chief Justice Vibhu Bakhru and Justice C.M. Joshi passed the interim order on an appeal filed by the BBMP challenging the single judge's verdict, which had set aside amendments to the BBMP Act to levy these fees based on the 'guidance value.' To refund However, the Bench made it clear that the BBMP will have to refund the fees that it collects during the pendency of the proceedings if the final judgement on the appeal goes against the BBMP. The single judge had said that services related to the sanction of plan for building construction rendered by the BBMP had nothing to do with the market value of the property. He had said there was no logic in linking rates with the guidance value of the properties in different areas, notified by the government under the Karnataka Stamp Act for the collection of stamp duty, while emphasising that at best, a uniform rate can be levied depending upon the size of the plot and the extent of constructions.
The Hindu
22-07-2025
- Automotive
- The Hindu
Bengaluru traffic police to crack the whip on civic contractors to ease road congestion
In a bid to ease traffic congestion and ensure smoother commuting, the Bengaluru Traffic Police (BTP) have taken a stern stance against companies responsible for civic works that are either delayed or abandoned midway. The BTP will issue notices to civic contractors and utility service providers, directing them to complete long-pending road works within a week's time or face legal action . Karthik Reddy, Joint Commissioner of Police, Traffic, who reviewed the traffic situation soon after taking over, told the media that incomplete or prolonged civic works—ranging from road digging for drainage, cable laying, to utility repairs—have become a major cause of traffic snarls across key junctions and arterial roads in the city. 'We have issued notices to such companies which have taken up civic works after obtaining due permission from Traffic Department or any other civic agencies and not completed the work,' Mr. Reddy told the media. These companies have been notified to complete the work within a week failing which legal action will be initiated against him, he reiterated . He further said that the Traffic Department would also recommend the civic agencies to blacklist such companies for their inordinate delays in completing the work and causing traffic problems in the city. Despite repeated requests and reminders, several contractors failed to restore the roads, leaving commuters to navigate through bottlenecks, dust, and uneven surfaces, which forced us to take this step, a police officer from the east division said. The move has come as a relief to road users, especially with monsoon rains making the situation worse. The police have also urged civic agencies like BBMP and BWSSB to coordinate better and avoid overlapping work that further adds to delays. With traffic density rising and road space shrinking due to civic works, the Bengaluru Traffic Police hope this action will prompt faster project execution and ultimately provide some breathing space to the city's choked roads. 40 choke points In addition to this, the department also identified 40 choke points in the city, a majority of them in the east division. One such example is a stretch between Silk Board Junction to K.R. Puram, which house several IT companies along the ring road. The city has 1.2 crore vehicles registered for the 1.4 crore population where traffic management is a challenging task, a senior police officer said . The traffic police are also focussing on haphazard parking of vehicles on roads which blocks the smooth movement of vehicles . The jurisdictional traffic police have been directed to take up the parking issue seriously and take necessary action. The BBMP has agreed to provide 10 towing vehicles to the department along with drivers. The traffic police will enforce the traffic violations strictly and even BBMP can take up action under BBMP Act on towing vehicles and enforce road discipline, he added .
The Hindu
21-07-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Traffic police to crack the whip on civic contractors to ease road congestion
In a bid to ease traffic congestion and ensure smoother commuting, the Bengaluru Traffic Police (BTP) have taken a stern stance against companies responsible for civic works that are either delayed or abandoned midway. The BTP will issued notices to civic contractors and utility service providers, directing them to complete long-pending road works within a week's time or face legal action . Karthik Reddy, Joint Commissioner of Police, Traffic, who reviewed the traffic situation soon after taking over, told the media that incomplete or prolonged civic works—ranging from road digging for drainage, cable laying, to utility repairs—have become a major cause of traffic snarls across key junctions and arterial roads in the city. 'We have issued notices to such companies which have taken up civic works after obtaining due permission from Traffic Department or any other civic agencies and not completed the work,' Mr. Reddy told the media. These companies have been notified to complete the work within a week failing which legal action will be initiated against him, he reiterated . He further said that the Traffic Department would also recommend the civic agencies to blacklist such companies for their inordinate delays in completing the work and causing traffic problems in the city. Despite repeated requests and reminders several contractors failed to restore the roads, leaving commuters to navigate through bottlenecks, dust, and uneven surfaces, which forced us to take this step, a police officer from the east division said . The move has come as a relief to road users, especially with monsoon rains making the situation worse. The police have also urged civic agencies like BBMP and BWSSB to coordinate better and avoid overlapping work that further adds to delays. With traffic density rising and road space shrinking due to civic works, the Bengaluru Traffic Police hope this action will prompt faster project execution and ultimately provide some breathing space to the city's choked roads. 40 choke points In addition to this, the department also identified 40 choke points in the city, a majority of them in the east division. One such example is a stretch between Silk Board Junction to K.R. Puram, which house several IT companies along the ring road. The city has 1.2 crore vehicles registered for the 1.4 crore population where traffic management is a challenging task, a senior police officer said . The traffic police are also focussing on haphazard parking of vehicles on roads which blocks the smooth movement of vehicles . The jurisdictional traffic police have been directed to take up the parking issue seriously and take necessary action. The BBMP has agreed to provide 10 towing vehicles to the department along with drivers. The traffic police will enforce the traffic violations strictly and even BBMP can take up action under BBMP Act on towing vehicles and enforce road discipline, he added .
Hindustan Times
08-07-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Bengaluru to be divided into five municipal corporations under Greater Bengaluru Authority: Report
Bengaluru city is set to be reshaped and reorganized into five distinct municipal corporations under the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) for administrative purposes, officials have decided, according to a report by the Deccan Herald. The city is currently being operated by the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP), which will no longer exist once the GBA is established in its entirety. The Greater Bengaluru Governance Bill proposes to expand the city's administrative boundaries by including adjoining villages, towns, and peri-urban areas within Bengaluru's official limits. (Representational Image)(AI-generated image created with ChatGPT) This development came out of a high-level meeting held at the Vidhana Soudha and led by Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar. The division into five entities is reportedly driven by considerations such as administrative efficiency, projected revenue growth, and alignment with existing assembly constituency boundaries, the report stated. READ | 'Tobacco, steroids, excessive screen time caused spike in heart attacks': Karnataka Health Minister According to the report, central zones like Shivaji Nagar, Shanti Nagar, Pulakeshi Nagar, Chickpet, Gandhinagar, and Chamarajpet may be grouped into a newly designated "Central Bengaluru" corporation. The remaining parts of the city, likely labelled East, West, North, and South, will form the four other municipal units, covering the broader outskirts. Given the vast geographical expanse of constituencies like RR Nagar, Yeshwantpur, Mahadevapura, and KR Puram, some of these areas could be split between two different municipal corporations, the report said. Addressing the media, Shivakumar confirmed that the new administrative units would fall within BBMP's current boundaries. Rural areas, including panchayat regions, would gradually be incorporated in later stages. READ | Bengaluru introduces five non-AC bus routes for better commuting, reduced traffic: Report He also noted that the Brand Bengaluru panel has submitted its recommendations, which the government plans to present to opposition leaders for consensus. Civic polls will follow soon, he assured. This move follows the enactment of the Greater Bengaluru Governance Act, 2024, on April 24. This new law replaced the earlier BBMP Act and mandates the formation of a Greater Bengaluru Governance Authority within 120 days. It also allows for the creation of up to seven municipal corporations. The government aims to issue a draft plan outlining the boundaries and number of new corporations within the next few days. Bengaluru MLAs will be consulted, and state cabinet approval will be sought before the plan is finalized. After a 30-day period for public objections, the final notification is expected before the August 25 deadline set by the new law.
Time of India
07-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Illegal flexes & banners: Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike pins hope on high court approval for advertisement zones
Bengaluru: Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP), which is struggling to manage illegal banners and flexes in the city, has pinned its hopes on the high court giving permission to establish designated zones for advertising. With illegal installations continuing to flood public spaces despite a blanket ban, penalties, and court orders prohibiting them, BBMP is hoping to impress upon the court to allow dedicated zones to enable better regulation. In the past 11 months alone, BBMP has removed more than 25,214 unauthorised banners and flexes, filed 448 FIRs, and collected Rs 4.1 lakh in fines. Yet, officials admit that enforcement has had little lasting impact. "We clear the banners today, and tomorrow they're back. It's a visibility problem — people want to be seen, even if it means breaking the law," said a BBMP official. You Can Also Check: Bengaluru AQI | Weather in Bengaluru | Bank Holidays in Bengaluru | Public Holidays in Bengaluru A video clip posted online on July 3 reignited public outrage. It showed a footpath in Nagarbhavi blocked by bamboo poles, stacked containers, flags, and political banners — forcing pedestrians on to the road. The footage has gone viral, with citizens calling out the encroachment of public spaces and political indifference to safety. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 2025 年最紓壓的農場遊戲！無需安裝 東加：島嶼農場 立即播放 Undo BBMP officials say current penalties under the Karnataka Open Places (Prevention of Disfigurement) Act and BBMP Act are too lenient. Fines as low as Rs 1,000 offer no real deterrent to repeat offenders. As part of a stronger crackdown, the civic body has proposed a 2024 Advertisement Bylaw, which includes dynamic fines calculated based on banner size and location — potentially doubling standard ad rates. The bylaw also proposes the introduction of legal advertising zones, modelled on Delhi's advertisement policy approved by the Supreme Court. These zones would allow limited placements on private property or wide roads, strictly excluding footpaths, medians, and trees. BBMP argues that legalising and regulating banners would reduce clutter, improve compliance, and generate civic revenue. The proposal remains stalled in court after the earlier 2018 bylaw was struck down as unconstitutional. The 2024 draft, filed in Jan, awaits judicial approval. "If passed, we'll finally have a system to regulate content and location. Until then, illegal flexes will keep appearing," the official added. While some banners are intended for public awareness or event promotion, BBMP says their placement often endangers pedestrians and degrades urban aesthetics. "Designated boards can balance public messaging with order and safety," the official said.
