Vinod M Jain
*Voice of the people is the voice of the Government.
*Bengaluru should become the heart of India:Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar.
*Good public response to the sixth guarantee,Land Guarantee.
*Owners should enjoy complete ownership of the property.
The government is fully aware of the challenges faced by apartment owners and is committed to ensuring that full ownership rights rest with the property owner,Chief Minister D.K.Shivakumar said.
Speaking at an interaction with representatives of Apartment Associations on the proposed Karnataka Apartment (Ownership and Management) Act,2026,the Chief Minister said the legislation has been brought in to safeguard the interests of property buyers and address long-pending issues relating to apartment ownership, registration and management.
*The world is looking at Bengaluru:
“Our objective is to help people who have worked hard to build a roof over their heads.Owning a home is not easy, and the government has a responsibility to ensure that citizens enjoy their property without unnecessary hurdles,”he said.
*E-Khata revolution in the state:
Highlighting the reforms of the Government,the Chief Minister said the Government has brought about an e-Khata revolution by delivering the service to citizens’ doorsteps.
“Out of nearly 40 lakh properties in Bengaluru, about 26 lakh have already been issued e-Khatas.No other city in the country has implemented such a system on this scale,”he said.
*Measures to ease transfer of documents:
The Chief Minister said the Government has introduced reforms to improve drinking water supply through groundwater recharge initiatives and the Cauvery Phase-V project and underground drainage facilities in apartment areas.
He acknowledged that some developers create trouble in transferring property documents and assured that the Government would engage with them to ensure a smooth and hassle-free transfer process.
*Welcome to suggestions/opinions within the framework of the law:
The Chief Minister invited apartment owners and stakeholders to submit their suggestions on the proposed legislation to the Bengaluru Development Minister until August 6.
“This legislation has been drafted solely for the benefit of property buyers,”he said.
*Decentralisation of power is the objective of our government:
The Chief Minister said the Government has created five city corporations to improve governance and ensure faster resolution of civic issues in areas such as Electronic City,the airport region and other growing localities.
*Decentralisation of power is our objective:
We want to resolve issues through dialogue rather than litigation.The voice of the people must become the voice of the government.Let us all work together as“Team Karnataka,”he said.
*Government committed to solving problems:
The government remains committed to resolving Bengaluru’s long-pending civic issues,the Chief Minister said.
He noted that Bengaluru has nearly 1.35 crore vehicles and that the government has spent around Rs.4,000 crore on road improvement and pothole repair works.
*The government is committed to providing necessary assistance to the poor to build houses:
The Chief Minister said the Government is committed to helping economically weaker sections build houses and has taken steps to provide Government services and essential documents at citizens’ doorsteps.
*Emphasis on construction of high-rise buildings:
The Government is encouraging vertical growth through high-rise buildings while simultaneously widening roads and strengthening infrastructure,he said.
The 132-km Peripheral Ring Road (Bengaluru Business Corridor) is under construction,and Karnataka continues to provide among the highest compensation in the country for land acquisition,he added.
*World leaders are looking at Bengaluru:
The Chief Minister stressed that all construction must comply with legal norms and said that land prices would become more affordable.
“Property prices in Mumbai are significantly higher, making Bengaluru a more attractive destination for investment.That is why world leaders are looking at Bengaluru,”he said.
*Government is working on making rainwater harvesting mandatory:
Responding to queries from apartment owners,the Chief Minister said the government is already working towards making rainwater harvesting mandatory in apartment complexes.
*Foreign investors attracted towards Bengaluru:
Recalling his visit to Davos,the Chief Minister said international investors had expressed strong interest in investing in Bengaluru.
“Many investors see Bengaluru as a preferred destination because investing in Mumbai and several other cities is more expensive.The upcoming second airport will further strengthen Bengaluru’s position as a global investment hub,”he said.
Ministers,Krishna Byre Gowda,Byrathi Suresh,K.J. George,BDA Chairman,N.A.Harris, and Apartment Association President,Rajiv Gowda were present.
