Karnataka govt. cancels MDA’s 50:50 alternative site allotments

The Karnataka government has canceled approximately 1,100 alternative sites allotted by the Mysuru Development Authority (MDA) under the 50:50 scheme, in response to the recommendations of a single-member inquiry commission and a high-level technical committee. The cancellation comes after the government's March 14, 2023 directive, and violates the conditions of the allotments.

The estimated value of the sites to be canceled is around ₹2,000 crore. The government has directed all relevant authorities to take immediate action towards the cancellation of the allotments. The MDA Chairman/Deputy Commissioner, Commissioner, and local bodies have been instructed to initiate the necessary procedures. The MUDA allotments came under scrutiny due to allegations of irregularities, particularly in the allotment of 14 sites to the wife of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, which were later surrendered.

The Directorate of Enforcement (ED) has also been investigating the issue, alleging large-scale irregularities. The authorities have been asked to file civil suits to cancel the sale deeds of the sites if they have already been registered. Local bodies have been directed to cancel any existing khatas issued for the cancelled sites.

Failure to comply with the government's directives may result in appropriate action against the officials involved. The government will take action in two phases, first addressing allotments made after March 14, 2023, and then examining allotments made before that date to determine if any rules were violated.