State government rolls out GBA afresh to improve governance in the city: DKS
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Why in news
The Karnataka government re-launched the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) to streamline urban governance and improve transparency through digitized municipal records.
Background
The state government is converting B-Khata properties to A-Khata with a 15-day deadline. Key initiatives include the e-Khata system for digitizing municipal records and infrastructure projects like road white-topping.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyGreater Bengaluru Authority (GBA): A body established by the Karnataka government to manage urban governance in Bengaluru.
- Facte-Khata: A digitized municipal record system used to prevent revenue leakage and ensure transparency.
- FactB-Khata to A-Khata: A conversion process for property records in Bengaluru with a 15-day completion deadline.
- FactRoad white-topping: An infrastructure project prioritized by the state government for road durability.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how the digitization of municipal records and the creation of specialized urban authorities can enhance transparency and revenue collection in rapidly expanding Indian cities.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Revenue leakage: Mitigating unauthorized construction and tax evasion through digitized e-Khata systems
- Administrative friction: Balancing centralized urban planning authorities with existing municipal corporation jurisdictions
- Infrastructure durability: Evaluating white-topping as a sustainable alternative to traditional asphalt in high-traffic urban corridors
Keywords: Urban Governance · Transparency · Revenue Leakage · Digitization · Infrastructure Development
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