Archive · 24 Dec 2025
Case booked against officials over demolition of homes
In Bengaluru, the Greater Bengaluru Authority demolished over 150 houses in Kogilu, Yelahanka, saying the land was needed for a waste management facility.
But the residents say they weren't told in advance and now have no place to live.
More than 500 children got sick because they had to stay outside in the cold.
A group that protects children's rights is very upset and has told the officials to find new homes, food, and medical care for the families quickly.
The families are also protesting, asking for help or fair treatment.
The police had to come and make sure everything stayed calm.
Now, everyone is waiting to see what the officials will do to help these families.
The Karnataka State Commission for Protection of Child Rights took suo motu cognisance of the demolition drive by the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) in Kogilu, Yelahanka, which left hundreds of children and lactating mothers homeless.
Over 150 houses and sheds were demolished, allegedly for a solid waste management facility, but residents claim it was done without prior notice or rehabilitation plans.
The Child Rights Commission registered a case against the authorities and directed immediate arrangements for temporary shelter, food, medical care, and basic amenities for displaced families.
Protesters, including elderly persons, women, and children, staged a sit-in protest at Minister Krishna Byregowda's residence, demanding justice and rehabilitation.
The demolition has sparked widespread criticism on social media and renewed debate on urban development versus humane governance.
- Who
- Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) officials and affected residents of Kogilu, Yelahanka
- What
- Demolition of over 150 houses and sheds, rendering hundreds homeless, and subsequent protests
- When
- Recently (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Kogilu, Yelahanka, Bengaluru
- Why
- Alleged encroachment clearance for a solid waste management facility, with residents claiming lack of prior notice or rehabilitation plans
- Location
- Kogilu, Yelahanka, Bengaluru
- Number of houses demolished
- More than 150
- Number of children affected
- Over 500
- Reason for demolition
- Alleged encroachment clearance for solid waste management facility
- Action taken by Child Rights Commission
- Registered a case, sought a detailed report, directed immediate arrangements for shelter, food, medical care
- Protest location
- Residence of Minister Krishna Byregowda
- Number of police deployed
- Large numbers