The Karnataka government, led by Minister Byrathi Suresh, plans to grant 'B' khatas to unauthorized urban properties, excluding Bengaluru. This move aims to facilitate property sales and bank loans. The initiative is expected to contribute around Rs 1,100 crore to the state exchequer. The government is refining the plan, and an official order will be issued soon. Additionally, a committee is reviewing the Akrama-Sakrama scheme. The government is also investigating irregularities in the Smart City project. The Jal Jeevan Mission has been temporarily halted due to implementation issues.
Under the astute guidance of Byrathi Suresh, the Minister of Urban Development, the Karnataka government has unveiled a visionary plan to grant 'B' khatas to unauthorized urban properties, excluding Bengaluru. This strategic move aims to facilitate property sales and enable owners to secure bank loans for development purposes. By obtaining the necessary legal documentation, property owners can overcome the challenges posed by inadequate paperwork, leading to a substantial infusion of approximately Rs 1,100 crore into the state treasury.
During a press briefing, Minister Suresh revealed that the government is meticulously refining the details of this plan, with an official order expected to be issued soon. The minister also stated that this initiative will provide much-needed relief to property owners who have faced numerous difficulties due to the absence of proper documentation. Expanding on the broader topic of regularizing unauthorized properties, Minister Suresh acknowledged the prolonged pending status of the Akrama-Sakrama scheme, awaiting a definitive ruling from the esteemed Supreme Court. A decision will be made once the court's verdict is received. In an effort to prioritize the interests of the marginalized and middle-class population while excluding real estate developers, the government has proposed revised criteria for the scheme.
Union Minister Rajeev Chandrashekhar, the founder of the esteemed Namma Bengaluru Foundation, which played a pivotal role in securing the aforementioned stay order, has wholeheartedly endorsed the government's proposition. In a letter to former Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai, Chandrashekhar expressed full support, agreeing that the government could approach the Supreme Court and seek exemptions for economically vulnerable and middle-class families. Consequently, the government has established a knowledgeable committee to review and provide recommendations on the proposed modifications. Minister Suresh, displaying resolute determination, confirmed that upon receipt of the committee's report, swift action will be taken to approach the court.
In a display of conscientious governance, Minister Suresh addressed reports of irregularities in the implementation of the esteemed Smart City project. Responding to multiple corruption complaints regarding the execution of work in the seven selected cities, the government has initiated a comprehensive investigation to restore transparency and integrity. Regarding the decision to temporarily halt the progress of the Jal Jeevan Mission, Minister Suresh defended the move, citing numerous complaints about flawed implementation practices. The unwavering minister stressed that in numerous cases, bills were authorized without proper execution of the tasks, highlighting the government's steadfast dedication to maintaining impeccable standards of quality.
The inception of the Khata system coincided with the establishment of the BBMP in 2007, aiming to streamline property tax collection in Bangalore. Prior to 2007, the authorities encountered significant challenges due to the involvement of three separate entities in tax collection. To simplify the process and eliminate redundancy, the BBMP introduced the concept of A Khata. The initial register, known as A Khata, documented fully legal properties in Bangalore, while the BBMP maintained a separate register called the B Register for illegal or semi-legal properties within the city. This register eventually became recognized as B Khata by the authorities.
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