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Time of India
7 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Forest tag stalls land allotment for Haveri industrial corridor
Haveri: The industrial corridor planned near Ganajur and Koluru villages in Haveri is experiencing setbacks concerning 68 acres of forest or revenue land confusion. Despite local farmers cultivating this land for years without proper documentation, the Karnataka Industrial Areas Development Board (KIADB) is unable to provide compensation owing to its legal classification as forest land, thereby impeding the project. Over 125 entrepreneurs requested land allocation to establish industries near Haveri's district headquarters. Sources indicate that while the 68 acres originally belonged to the revenue department, forest authorities previously planted saplings there. Subsequently, residents of Kolur began cultivation without proper documentation. The forest department now asserts its ownership of this land. Previously, the govt decided to establish an industrial corridor between Ganajur and Kolur across 407 acres, comprising both govt and private land. Within this, the first phase involving a 200-acre industrial layout was contracted to Bengaluru-based SRC Infra. While the initial phase is 80% complete, farmers are resisting development in the second phase. "At least 59 farmers have been claiming that they are cultivating 68 acres of land in Koluru village, but these farmers don't have any documents. These farmers have been demanding compensation like other private landowners whose land was acquired for the purpose. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like How to Trade ETH/USD Without Holding Ether IC Markets Learn More Undo But without proper ownership of the property, KIADB could not provide compensation to the farmers," stated a senior revenue department official. Deputy commissioner Vijay Mahantesh Danammanavar conducted a meeting with KIADB officials, Haveri tahsildar, and forest authorities, delegating land-related responsibilities to the tahsildar. "I asked for a detailed report from the tahsildar of Haveri after receiving applications from the farmers who claim to have been cultivating govt land for a long time. We will submit the report to the govt, and the govt will make a decision. We will complete the development works of the first phase of the industrial corridor by the end of Dec," assured DC Danammanavar. Entrepreneur Ramesh Ballari noted that numerous individuals waiting to establish industries have applied for land in the new corridor. However, land disputes persist despite ongoing construction. "Following this, many entrepreneurs are frustrated because they are not able to execute their ideas through their startups. The KIADB and department of industries and commerce (DIC) should complete the corridor work and allot layouts as early as possible," he demanded. Attempts to reach Ashok Pyati, joint director of the DIC for comments were unsuccessful.
Time of India
01-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Savanur assistant commissioner submits report on housing misappropriation
Haveri: The assistant commissioner of Savanur presented a report to the deputy commissioner, indicating potential financial irregularities. The Karnataka Slum Development Board was instructed by the govt to build residential units for slum dwellers. The initial plan for 2,000 houses, budgeted at Rs 118.7 crore, was subsequently reduced to 1,800 houses, to be constructed in two phases across Shiggaon, Savanur, and Bankapur. The report details that three contractors were assigned for the project, completing 1,279 houses thus far—545 out of 696 in Savanur, 100 out of 254 in Bankapur, 474 out of 500 in Shiggaon's first phase, and 160 out of 350 in the second phase. The state govt disbursed Rs 66.4 crore, with an outstanding grant of Rs 24 crore yet to be released. The contractors still need to construct 521 houses but have halted work due to pending govt payments. Several beneficiaries requested larger houses beyond the standard 350sqft allocation, offering to pay additional costs. "The contractor did not construct our house in the extra area even though we were ready to pay extra money, and they have not met the demands from some other beneficiaries despite them paying money," stated a beneficiary from Savanur. When approached, Vijay Mahantesh Danammanavar, DC of Haveri, confirmed receiving the report from the AC Savanur regarding the slum development board houses. He stated they would decide after analysing the report. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Doctor's Day 2025 , messages and quotes!
Time of India
09-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Byadagi chilli market faces poor road conditions despite high revenue
Haveri: Byadagi, home to a prominent international chilli market, struggles with substandard roads unfit even for a walk. Despite generating an annual turnover above Rs 3,000 crore and being Asia's second-largest market, an 800-metre stretch of the town's main thoroughfare contains over 300 large potholes. The road connecting Pandurang Movie Theatre to SJJM School has irked local residents and motorists due to its bad condition. The market serves as a vital employment hub, supporting 8,000 individuals directly and indirectly, while generating substantial tax revenue. Nevertheless, consecutive govts have failed to deliver essential infrastructure, especially adequate roadways. Town residents have launched more than 100 protests advocating for the expansion and improvement of Byadagi's main road, highlighting the deplorable road conditions to officials. Despite legal challenges and substantial market profits, both Congress and the BJP administrations overlooked basic infrastructure needs. A fresh indefinite protest movement has commenced, with demonstrators determined to achieve a resolution. Monday marked the fifth day of successful protests, garnering support from various organisations. DC Vijay Mahantesh Danammanavar and SP Anshu Kumar visited to negotiate with protesters, who remained unconvinced. Demonstrators expressed their frustration by conducting a buffalo-showering demonstration to protest the delayed road development. "The town has been witnessing more than 500 goods vehicles twice every week during chilli season. These are across the state and Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and other states for chilli business purposes. The market has more than Rs 3,000 crore turnover every year, but we did not succeed in getting better roads in Byadagi town even after 10 years of continuous struggle. Some people who are against development are using the legal fight as a hurdle to widening this main road," expressed Kiran Kumar ML, a businessman in Byadagi. Shivanand Mallanagoudra, another local businessman, expressed disappointment that despite numerous demonstrations, proper infrastructure remains elusive. The govt's failure to address road widening requests persists as a longstanding grievance. Additionally, numerous town roads remain in poor condition, with ongoing UGD works spanning five years. Commuters face difficulties in reaching destinations, while heavy traffic on deteriorating roads poses problems. The decade-long struggle has left business owners disheartened. Quote As the Byadagi main road issue is currently before high court, legal proceedings are expected to take a minimum of four months to resolve. Considering this timeline, I have appealed to the demonstrators to cease their protest activities and collaborate with the district authorities to facilitate the road development project -Vijay Mahantesh Danammanavar, Haveri DC
