Archive · 13 Jan 2026
10 PGs Sealed in South Bengaluru for Unhygienic Kitchens
The Bengaluru South City Corporation checked 66 paying guest (PG) homes in different areas.
They found that 10 of these PGs had very dirty kitchens.
So, they sealed these 10 PGs and fined them a total of Rs.
22,500.
The officials also gave notices to other PGs to fix their problems within seven days.
This action was taken because some PGs were not following the rules for safety and cleanliness.
Some people think these checks are just for show and to make money, but the officials say it's to keep people safe.
Bengaluru South City Corporation inspected 66 PGs in various areas.
10 PGs were sealed for operating unhygienic kitchens.
A total fine of Rs. 22,500 was imposed for deficiencies found.
Notices were issued to other PGs to rectify issues within seven days.
Inspections were conducted following complaints and a crackdown on unlicensed accommodations.
- Who
- Bengaluru South City Corporation officials
- What
- Inspected 66 PGs, sealed 10 for unhygienic kitchens
- When
- Monday (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Jayanagar, Bengaluru South, BTM Layout, Bommanahalli
- Why
- Following complaints and a crackdown on unlicensed accommodations
- Number of PGs inspected
- 66
- Number of PGs sealed
- 10
- Total fine imposed
- Rs. 22,500
- Areas inspected
- Jayanagar, Bengaluru South, BTM Layout, Bommanahalli
- Reason for sealing
- Unhygienic kitchens
- Time to rectify deficiencies
- 7 days