GBA cuts power to Domlur building over alleged setback violation

The Greater Bengaluru Authority has disconnected electricity to a commercial building in Domlur, Bengaluru, in action over an alleged violation of setback requirements. The disconnection forms part of a crackdown on buildings that do not maintain the required distance from their boundaries. The authority’s action targets a structure that it says was being built after an older building was demolished.

GBA Chief Commissioner observed that the replacement building had been constructed without leaving a setback on all four sides. The observation was cited as the basis for the action against the commercial property. The available material does not state when the electricity was disconnected, identify the building’s owner or developer, or specify the measurements required under the applicable rules.

It also does not say whether other penalties or enforcement steps were imposed. The case illustrates the authority’s use of utility disconnection in response to alleged building-rule violations. No response from the property owner or details of any appeal or corrective action are included in the supplied information.