The Karnataka BJP criticized the Congress-led government for allocating houses to encroachers in Bengaluru’s Kogilu Layout. Senior BJP MLA S.R. Vishwanath announced a protest scheduled for January 5 at Freedom Park in Bengaluru to oppose this decision. Vishwanath mentioned the formation of a five-member fact-finding committee by the BJP, aiming to investigate the issue further.
The BJP MLA highlighted the failure of the government to provide houses to individuals who had paid Rs 1 lakh six years ago under housing schemes. Vishwanath emphasized the legal requirements for beneficiaries, including an annual income limit of up to Rs 3 lakh and proof of residence in Bengaluru for at least five years under the Rajiv Gandhi Housing Scheme. He also criticized the lack of certificates issued by the Revenue Department for the beneficiaries.
Vishwanath expressed concerns over the delay in providing houses to those who had made payments years ago while alleging that encroachers were receiving housing benefits. He stated that the BJP would challenge the government’s decision in court and file a complaint with the Governor if the allotment proceeded. Expelled BJP MLA Basanagouda Patil Yatnal accused the government of engaging in vote-bank politics and neglecting the interests of local residents.
