Karnataka Plans One-Time Settlement for B-Khata Upgrade
BENGALURU: Following the conferral of B-khata status to properties in unauthorized layouts across various urban local bodies, the government is now contemplating a one-time settlement (OTS) scheme aimed at upgrading these properties to A-khata status. Urban Development Minister BS Suresha announced this in the legislative council on Tuesday, amidst opposition criticisms related to the ongoing E-khata issue. Addressing the call for a review from the opposition, Suresha remarked, “B-khata grants owners legal documentation for their properties. We are now considering transitioning these properties to A-khata with the introduction of a one-time settlement (OTS).” This announcement follows criticisms from BJP and…