Bengaluru Development Minister Krishna Byre Gowda reports that only 20% of vacant plot owners have met the cleanup deadline, leaving 80% non‑compliant. Notices will be issued soon and cleaning costs will be recovered through property tax.

  • Only 20% of owners completed cleanup
  • Remaining 80% will receive notices
  • Cleaning costs to be recovered via property tax

Development Minister Krishna Byre Gowda announced that the deadline for clearing vacant sites within the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) has passed, yet merely 20% of owners have complied.

During a virtual review meeting on Monday, Gowda emphasized, “Cleaning of vacant plots cannot be left to chance… Wherever civic bodies have to undertake the work, the cost should subsequently be recovered through property tax.”

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Revenue officials have been tasked with identifying vacant plots and preparing a comprehensive list. Notices will be served by marshals and junior health inspectors, after which the respective civic bodies must carry out the cleaning.

All five GBA corporations have been directed to commence the cleaning drive from Thursday, with an intensified rollout starting the following Monday. Authorities must arrange JCBs, tippers, tractors and sufficient manpower to cover the citywide effort.

Gowda also ordered that before‑and‑after video documentation be geo‑tagged for every cleaned plot, ensuring transparency and accountability.

Collected waste and debris must be disposed of only at designated locations. Bengaluru Solid Waste Management Limited has been instructed to capture the entire process—identification, cleaning, collection, and disposal—using the ‘Clear It’ software.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that unchecked vacant plots contribute to urban blight, increase fire hazards, and strain municipal waste management systems, making swift enforcement crucial for Bengaluru’s sustainable growth.

“If city cleanliness is not prioritized, both economic and environmental costs will soar,” says environmental expert Dr. Ravi Kumar.
Did You Know?: Between 2020 and 2025, Bengaluru saw a 15% rise in vacant plots, posing significant challenges to urban planning.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: How much time will owners have to clean after receiving a notice?

A: Notices typically grant a 15‑day window for compliance before the municipality proceeds with cost recovery.

Q2: What happens if owners still refuse to clean?

A: The civic body will perform the cleaning and add the expense directly to the owner's property tax bill.