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Mysuru body to raise ₹1,000 crore via online plot auctions

Representative AI image MYSURU: The Mysuru Development Authority (MDA) plans to raise ₹1,000 crores through the auction of its vacant plots, which include various corner sites across different layouts. This online auction aims to generate funds for developmental projects and to deter encroachment by land sharks while ensuring better land asset utilization. Approximately 150 acres of land in numerous layouts like Vijayanagar (I to IV stages), Lalithadri Nagar, Vijayshreepura, Dattagalli, JP Nagar, Devanuru, Rajiv Nagar, and Hebbal are available for the urban body. After developing around 700 layouts, which were transferred to urban local bodies such as Hootagally CMC and…

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Karnataka Launches AI Kaveri 3.0 and GIS Land System in Budget 2026

NEW DELHI: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah revealed new initiatives on Friday aimed at digitizing land records, streamlining property registration, and enhancing housing and infrastructure in the 2026-27 state Budget. The state plans to unify various land and property data through the Karnataka Land-Stack system, a GIS-based platform merging information from Bhoomi, Mojini, Kaveri, e-Swathu, and e-Asthi. This integrated database aims to deliver a consolidated digital record of land transactions, enhancing transparency in land management. The government will also introduce Kaveri 3.0, a new version of its property registration software, with an investment of ₹65 crore. This updated platform will facilitate…

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MDA Blocks 200 Sites Amid Surge in Mysuru Demand

Representative AI image MYSURU: The Mysuru Development Authority (MDA) has announced an auction for three commercial corner sites—one in JP Nagar (south Mysuru) and two in Vijayanagar IV Stage (west Mysuru)—with base prices between Rs 3.3 crore and Rs 3.5 crore. Following a successful sale of a premium 4,133 sqft plot, which fetched Rs 8.6 crore, the authority has set the base prices for the new premium plots at Rs 7,300 to Rs 7,900 per sqft. In addition, MDA is auctioning six sites priced between Rs 2.1 crore and Rs 2.5 crore, 15 sites from Rs 1.5 crore to Rs…

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CREDAI urges Karnataka government to resolve tech issues

MYSURU: The Confederation of Real Estate Developers’ Associations of India (CREDAI) is calling on the state government to address technical issues in government offices without delay. CREDAI President Harish Shenoy MS stated that citizens are experiencing difficulties in obtaining e-khata due to frequent server outages and software malfunctions. These technical issues are affecting not only developers but also property owners. The organization urged the government to resolve these technical challenges promptly and establish a timeline for e-khata issuance. Additionally, the new requirement for a life certificate for each transaction when registering a General Power of Attorney (GPA) has become a…

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Mysuru Civic Body Begins Construction Demolition Plant Work

Representative image created by AI MYSURU: The Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) has commenced the establishment of a construction and demolition (C&D) waste processing plant. This facility, approved by the Mysuru Development Authority, will be set up on a 9-acre site in Hanchya-Sathagalli, adjacent to the Outer Ring Road, with an investment of ₹11.7 crore. MCC has started collecting construction debris and is currently dumping it at the Hanchya-Sathagalli location. Out of the 500 tonnes of solid waste generated daily in the city, approximately 100 tonnes consist of C&D waste. This initiative is pivotal for enhancing Mysuru’s cleanliness ranking, as part…

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Mysuru Civic Body Hits Record 88.4% Property Tax Collection in 2025

MYSURU: The Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) achieved a record property tax collection rate of 88.4% by the end of December 2025, marking its highest performance to date. In prior years, tax collection had never surpassed 80% by year-end. Officials credit this year’s success to new strategies, including the public disclosure of major defaulters—comprising individuals, commercial entities, and government bodies—on the corporation’s official website. This measure, launched for the first time, has significantly increased compliance compared to previous years. The published list featured top defaulters across both commercial and large residential sectors. After multiple notices and reminders, MCC implemented this public-disclosure…

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Mysuru Body Proposes Expansion of Local Planning Area Amid Doubts

MYSURU: The Mysuru Development Authority (MDA) is planning to expand its local planning area (LPA) from 519 sq km to nearly 1,200 sq km, potentially increasing its administrative coverage over the city’s development. This proposal aims to facilitate more organized and centralized planning; however, there are concerns that it does not sufficiently address Mysuru’s rapid growth or the necessity for solid mass transportation infrastructure. MDA’s in-charge commissioner, K R Rakshith, informed TOI that since the authority’s establishment eight months ago, three board meetings have taken place. During the latest meeting last month, chaired by the deputy commissioner, the board decided…

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Karnataka RERA Orders Builder to Submit Mysuru Project Compliance Plan

BENGALURU: The Karnataka Real Estate Regulatory Authority (K-RERA) has instructed a builder from Haryana to provide a comprehensive compliance report and action plan within 30 days. This plan must detail the completed and outstanding amenities and infrastructure for the Astrum Grandview – Phase I project, aligned with approved plans, agreements, and representations made to buyers, supported by relevant documentation. In an order issued on December 31, 2025, the Authority responded to complaints from 19 homebuyers, requiring the builder to submit a schedule outlining when all pending amenities, common facilities, and statutory obligations will be fulfilled. The order cautioned that non-compliance…

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Mysuru MDA Seeks Landowner Consent for Mega Housing Plan

Representative Image MYSURU: The Mysuru Development Authority (MDA) has invited landowners from four villages in Yelwal hobli to submit consent letters for a proposed mega residential layout covering 2,113 acres. This project is part of the 50:50 scheme, where landowners will receive half of the developed land in exchange for the land they surrender. However, villagers have expressed concern over a lack of information regarding the project, while real estate experts have raised questions about its feasibility. The MDA’s proposal encompasses the villages of Nagawala, Bommenahalli, Kammarahalli, and Doddamaragowdanahalli. The initiative requires participation from 1,524 landowners and is expected to…

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Mysuru Local Bodies See Spike in Property Tax Collections

MYSURU: Urban local bodies in Mysuru district, including the Mysuru City Corporation (MCC), have seen a significant rise in property tax collection this financial year. This achievement is mainly due to the introduction of digital payment methods, as well as incentives like a 5% rebate for early payments and proactive door-to-door collection drives. Officials noted that these initiatives have motivated property owners to comply on time, likely leading to substantial collections by the end of this month. In a conversation with TOI, MCC’s deputy commissioner (Revenue), Somashekhar G S, mentioned that regular property tax review meetings every two weeks and…