GBA begins process to draft new Master Plan, seeks public suggestions

Bengaluru

The Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) has officially initiated the process of preparing a new Master Plan for the recently redefined Greater Bengaluru Local Planning Area, marking a significant step in restructuring the city’s long-term development framework. 

The GBA has sought suggestions from the public for the same and citizens are asked to submit ideas, suggestions within 60 days from November 10. 

The announcement follows a government notification issued on October 10, 2025, which exercised powers under Section 4-B of the Karnataka Town and Country Planning Act, 1961, to redraw the limits of the Bengaluru Local Planning Area.

As per the new notification, a total of 305 villages—303 from the previously revised Bengaluru Local Planning Area and two newly added villages—along with the Bengaluru Central/Pete region, have been brought together under the new Greater Bengaluru planning jurisdiction. The combined area spans 68,681.88 hectares and is now officially designated as the Revised Greater Bengaluru Local Planning Area.

The decision to prepare a fresh Master Plan was approved during the first meeting of the GBA held on October 10, 2025. Under Agenda Item No. 2, the Authority resolved to express its intention publicly, as mandated under Section 10(1) of the Karnataka Town and Country Planning Act. The Master Plan is expected to guide future development, land use, mobility planning, environmental protections, and infrastructure expansion for the expanded region.

In line with statutory requirements, the GBA has invited citizens, stakeholders, and institutions to submit suggestions or objections regarding the proposed Master Plan. Members of the public may send their inputs within 60 days from the date of publication, either in person or through registered post, to the Chief Commissioner, Greater Bengaluru Authority, N.R. Square, Bengaluru – 560 002.

Officials stated that public participation is crucial in shaping a plan that reflects the needs of both urban and rural parts of the newly consolidated planning area.