BDA plans four zonal offices; move draws flak as 'rehab mechanism'

The Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) has proposed setting up four zonal offices, similar to the city's five municipal corporations. The BDA has sought amendments to its Cadre and Recruitment (C&R) rules to facilitate the appointments. Some residents view the move as a rehabilitation mechanism for four special land acquisition officers (SLAOs) temporarily appointed for the Dr Shivaram Karanth Layout. The BDA stated that the proposal would streamline administration and speed up grievance redressal.