Karnataka Government Scraps Town and Country Planning Amendment Bill
Real Estate

Karnataka Government Scraps Town and Country Planning Amendment Bill

The Karnataka government decided to withdraw the Town and Country Planning (Amendment) Bill, citing concerns over flaws in its provisions. Urban Development Minister Suresh BS conveyed this decision during a session of the Assembly, explaining that the government identified certain shortcomings in the bill. However, he did not provide detailed information about the specific issues that led to this move.

The minister also highlighted that the bill had faced objections from Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot, who raised concerns about its provisions. While the exact nature of these objections was not disclosed during the Assembly session, they appeared to have contributed significantly to the government’s decision to reconsider the legislation.

According to sources within the Urban Development Department, the bill was primarily aimed at regularising illegal layouts through the payment of a betterment fee. However, this objective was complicated by the Supreme Court’s ongoing stay on the controversial 'Akrama Sakrama' scheme, which had previously sought to legalise unauthorised constructions. These legal constraints and the associated risks prompted the government to halt any further progress on the bill, prioritising adherence to judicial directions and avoiding potential conflicts.

The Karnataka government decided to withdraw the Town and Country Planning (Amendment) Bill, citing concerns over flaws in its provisions. Urban Development Minister Suresh BS conveyed this decision during a session of the Assembly, explaining that the government identified certain shortcomings in the bill. However, he did not provide detailed information about the specific issues that led to this move. The minister also highlighted that the bill had faced objections from Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot, who raised concerns about its provisions. While the exact nature of these objections was not disclosed during the Assembly session, they appeared to have contributed significantly to the government’s decision to reconsider the legislation. According to sources within the Urban Development Department, the bill was primarily aimed at regularising illegal layouts through the payment of a betterment fee. However, this objective was complicated by the Supreme Court’s ongoing stay on the controversial 'Akrama Sakrama' scheme, which had previously sought to legalise unauthorised constructions. These legal constraints and the associated risks prompted the government to halt any further progress on the bill, prioritising adherence to judicial directions and avoiding potential conflicts.

Next Story
Resources

Ajmera Realty launches tree drive on Environment Day

Ajmera Realty & Infra India marked World Environment Day with a large-scale tree plantation initiative—Plant-with-Purpose—across its projects in Mumbai and Bangalore. The drive was inaugurated at Ajmera Manhattan and Ajmera Greenfinity in Wadala, with senior company officials and residents in attendance. The campaign encourages residents to embrace eco-conscious, self-reliant lifestyles by growing useful plants and trees within their communities. Horticulture expert Devendra Bhekar guided residents on creating and maintaining green spaces. Ajmera Realty planted over 500 trees..

Next Story
Resources

Twaron®-reinforced tyre powers Brunel’s solar race car

Teijin Aramid’s Twaron® with circular content will debut in Bridgestone’s race tyres for the 2025 Bridgestone World Solar Challenge, supporting the Brunel Solar Team’s Nuna 13 car. This marks the first use of the recycled-content aramid in a high-performance race tyre. The Twaron®-reinforced belts help enhance durability, reduce rolling resistance, and maintain lightweight strength—critical for the 3,000-km solar race across Australia. Bridgestone combines this with ENLITENTM tech and other recycled inputs to maximise environmental and performance outcomes. Teijin Aramid, a..

Next Story
Building Material

Kamdhenu Paints launches new wood coating range

Kamdhenu Paints has launched a comprehensive premium wood coating range designed for both interior and exterior applications. The collection includes high-performance solutions like Kamwood 2K PU for a rich matt or high-gloss finish, Kamwood 1K PU for clarity and stain protection, and the Kamwood Melamyne system for a smooth, durable finish. Also featured are Kamwood Wood Stains, which enhance wood grains with vibrant colour, and NC Sanding Sealer for high-build grain filling. The range is supported by Kamwood Thinners for ease of application and optimal finish. Saurabh Agarwal, MD, ..

Advertisement

Advertisement

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Get daily newsletters around different themes from Construction world.

STAY CONNECTED

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement

Talk to us?