M. Maheshwar Rao, Chief Commissioner, Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) | Photo Credit: File photo The Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) Chief Commissioner M. Maheshwar Rao directed officials under the West Corporation to intensify action against unauthorized buildings, directing that notices must be issued, clearance operations conducted, and strict enforcement followed. On January 13, Mr. Rao instructed officials to issue demolition orders in accordance with the rules, but only after giving proper notice to property owners. He emphasized that inspections must be carried out, particularly in cases where additional floors have been constructed without approval, and that necessary teams comprising officers and marshals should be formed to execute clearance operations efficiently. He highlighted the importance of sealing buildings that have been constructed without approved plans, and stopping work at the earliest stage of violation, alongside taking disciplinary action against officials who fail to act. Published – January 14, 2026 09:50 am IST Share this: Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window) WhatsApp Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to share on Threads (Opens in new window) Threads Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Click to share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) LinkedIn Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email More Click to print (Opens in new window) Print Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr Click to share on Pocket (Opens in new window) Pocket Click to share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon Click to share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor Click to share on Bluesky (Opens in new window) Bluesky Like this:Like Loading... Post navigation Watch | North India shivers as Delhi records coldest January morning in three years Venezuelans regain access to social network X after yearlong block