The Karnataka State Human Rights Commission (KSHRC) has issued interim recommendations to the state government and the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) following the eviction of around 160-170 houses from government land at Kogilu Layout in Yelahanka taluk of Bengaluru city. Commission President Sham Bhat and KSHRC member S.K. Ventigodi issued the recommendations on December 30, with the order made public on Friday.
The Commission directed the government to provide tents on vacant government land, offer hot food, clean drinking water, establish a mobile health center, and arrange alternative shelter and toilet facilities for the affected families. The opposition is expected to engage in a political debate over the government’s actions, especially after the AICC’s involvement, accusing the government of appeasement politics.
The interim recommendations have been sent to the Chief Secretary to the government of Karnataka and the Chief Commissioner of the Greater Bengaluru Authority for necessary action. The Commission registered four cases related to the December 21, 2025 eviction and conducted a spot inspection on December 29 to assess the situation on the ground, including hearings with those affected.
Highlighting the importance of protecting basic amenities and public safety in a democracy, the KSHRC emphasized that while development is crucial, constitutional rights must be upheld. These rights include the right to life, dignity, and rehabilitation with compensation. The Commission stressed that no family should be left homeless and urged immediate implementation of alternative housing arrangements for all affected families.
As part of its recommendations, the KSHRC proposed setting up temporary shelters on nearby government land, providing hot meals, clean water, and establishing a mobile health center. Considering Bengaluru’s minimum temperatures, the Commission also suggested creating temporary accommodation and toilet facilities for the displaced families. The Commission mandated prompt action on the recommendations after forwarding them to the concerned authorities.
