Bengaluru Business Corridor 2 Project Delayed Due to Land Disputes
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Bengaluru Business Corridor 2 Project Delayed Due to Land Disputes

The 52-kilometre Bengaluru Business Corridor 2 (BBC-2) project, previously known as Peripheral Ring Road-2, is facing significant land acquisition challenges that could delay its progress. Designed to enhance connectivity between Hosur Road and Tumakuru Road via Bannerghatta Road, Kanakapura Road, Mysuru Road, and Magadi Road, the project requires around 1,400 acre of land. However, resistance from landowners regarding the acquisition of approximately 250 acre has emerged as a major hurdle.

The land acquisition disputes stem from the Bangalore Development Authority’s (BDA) initial plans for the Peripheral Ring Road (PRR) dating back to 2005 and 2006. The original 2005 alignment proposed a connection from Madavara to Magadi Road, and preliminary acquisition notices were issued. To address anticipated traffic congestion, the alignment was revised in 2006 to pass through Madanayakanahalli instead. This change has led to confusion among landowners, many of whom have since developed their properties, including residential constructions, assuming their land was no longer subject to acquisition.

Further complicating the situation, the BDA’s land acquisition department has issued notices based on both the 2005 and 2006 alignments, creating uncertainty among affected landowners. Many have raised concerns over the implications for their properties, leading to resistance and delays in the acquisition process. To resolve these issues, the Karnataka government has established a special committee to expedite land acquisition. Chaired by the additional chief secretary of the Urban Development Department, the committee includes representatives from the BDA and principal secretaries from law, finance, and revenue departments. This panel aims to address compensation disputes and ensure timely project implementation.

The BBC-2 project is vital for easing Bengaluru’s traffic congestion and fostering economic growth. However, addressing land acquisition conflicts remains crucial to prevent further setbacks and align the project with sustainable urban development objectives.

News source: Urban Acres

The 52-kilometre Bengaluru Business Corridor 2 (BBC-2) project, previously known as Peripheral Ring Road-2, is facing significant land acquisition challenges that could delay its progress. Designed to enhance connectivity between Hosur Road and Tumakuru Road via Bannerghatta Road, Kanakapura Road, Mysuru Road, and Magadi Road, the project requires around 1,400 acre of land. However, resistance from landowners regarding the acquisition of approximately 250 acre has emerged as a major hurdle. The land acquisition disputes stem from the Bangalore Development Authority’s (BDA) initial plans for the Peripheral Ring Road (PRR) dating back to 2005 and 2006. The original 2005 alignment proposed a connection from Madavara to Magadi Road, and preliminary acquisition notices were issued. To address anticipated traffic congestion, the alignment was revised in 2006 to pass through Madanayakanahalli instead. This change has led to confusion among landowners, many of whom have since developed their properties, including residential constructions, assuming their land was no longer subject to acquisition. Further complicating the situation, the BDA’s land acquisition department has issued notices based on both the 2005 and 2006 alignments, creating uncertainty among affected landowners. Many have raised concerns over the implications for their properties, leading to resistance and delays in the acquisition process. To resolve these issues, the Karnataka government has established a special committee to expedite land acquisition. Chaired by the additional chief secretary of the Urban Development Department, the committee includes representatives from the BDA and principal secretaries from law, finance, and revenue departments. This panel aims to address compensation disputes and ensure timely project implementation. The BBC-2 project is vital for easing Bengaluru’s traffic congestion and fostering economic growth. However, addressing land acquisition conflicts remains crucial to prevent further setbacks and align the project with sustainable urban development objectives. News source: Urban Acres

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