Overview
- The Karnataka State Human Rights Commission inspected the Kogilu site, referred the case to its investigation wing, and issued notices to the district administration and Greater Bengaluru Authority seeking responses within seven days.
- Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has called a 5 p.m. meeting with senior ministers and officials to decide on rehabilitation and alternative arrangements for those displaced on December 20.
- Deputy Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar visited the area, defended the clearances as necessary to protect public health and government land, and said assistance will go to verified, eligible residents.
- Housing Minister Zameer Ahmed Khan stated that about 180 houses in Byappanahalli could be allotted to some displaced families, with other relocation options under consideration, a plan that remains under discussion.
- The political row widened as the BJP opposed allotments and alleged the presence of Rohingyas while pressing for an NIA probe, and Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan’s criticism drew a sharp rebuke from Shivakumar as families continue to live in makeshift tents without basic facilities.