The Karnataka High Court recently heard a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) challenging the mandatory registration of e-khatas in Bengaluru. The PIL, filed by a petitioner, questions the legality and fairness of the requirement imposed by the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) on property owners to register their properties through e-khatas for various municipal services.
The petitioner argued that this new rule places an unnecessary burden on property owners, especially those in rural or marginalized areas, who may not have easy access to digital platforms or the knowledge required to complete the registration process. The court has taken the matter seriously and is examining the impact of this regulation on the rights of citizens, especially considering the increasing reliance on digital technology in government services.
The outcome of this PIL could have significant implications for the governance of Bengaluru and the way property registration is handled in the future. It also highlights the growing need for inclusivity in the implementation of digital policies and services. The case is expected to continue in the coming weeks, with further hearings scheduled to determine the legality of the BBMP's e-khata registration requirement.