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Karnataka’s New Cell to Recover Builder Dues

BENGALURU: Homebuyers in Bengaluru and other parts of Karnataka can finally see some hope as the government is taking action against non-compliant builders. A dedicated ‘Recovery Cell’ is nearing establishment to ensure that real estate developers who fail to adhere to Karnataka Real Estate Regulatory Authority (K-Rera) orders regarding buyer compensation are held accountable. This step comes after prolonged frustrations faced by homebuyers who didn’t receive property ownership or compensation, despite clear orders from K-Rera. Rera chairman Rakesh Singh informed TOI that most groundwork has been done, and a final decision regarding whether the cell will operate under Rera or…

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Karnataka Homebuyers Urge Action on Property Delays

BENGALURU: The Karnataka Home Buyers Forum has presented a memorandum to Chief Secretary Shalini Rajneesh, urging the state government to address long-standing issues that impact countless homeowners, particularly concerning ownership rights and regulatory gaps. “We want to highlight that homebuyers in Karnataka face significant challenges in asserting their ownership rights,” reads the memorandum. The forum detailed key obstacles and proposed solutions for the Chief Secretary’s consideration, advocating for the interests of millions affected. One major issue raised is the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike’s (BBMP) failure to update khata mutation records for apartment owners. Despite having registered their flats, many owners…