Authority: High Court of Karnataka at Bengaluru
Order Date: 12 June 2026
Case Overview
- Petition: Writ Petition No. 17625 of 2026 (LB‑BMP) filed by Sri Prathap S (age ~29) residing at Site Nos.31‑32, Muniswara Nagar Layout, Haalukunte Village, Begur Hobli, Bengaluru‑560068, represented by Advocate Sri Veeresh K.
- Respondents: (1) Greater Bengaluru Authority represented by its Chief Commissioner, N.R. Square; (2) Bengaluru South City Corporation represented by its Commissioner; (3) Joint Commissioner Bengaluru South City Corporation, Bommanahalli Zone‑2.
- The petitioner seeks quashing of a provisional order dated 30‑04‑2026 (Annexure‑F) issued by the third respondent under Section 243(3)(c) of the Greater Bengaluru Governance Act, 2024, concerning alleged deviations in the petitioner’s property, and also seeks quashing of a subsequent notice (Annexure‑G).
- The provisional order allegedly authorises demolition without prior joint inspection as required under Section 243(2) of the Act. The petitioner argues lack of inspection and potential demolition.
Final Outcome
- The Court held that the provisional order lacks joint inspection and therefore the petitioner may show cause.
- The petition is disposed of, reserving liberty to the petitioner to file a written response within one week from the date of the order, without waiting for a certified copy.
- The Court directed that no demolition or any precipitous action be taken until an order under Section 243(3)(c) is passed.
- The Joint Commissioner is instructed to ensure a personal hearing and a reasoned order as contemplated in law.
- The petitioner is prohibited from undertaking any further construction on the disputed sites until such an order is issued.
Topics: Land Regulation, Court Order