Bengaluru: In a move aimed at preventing illegal property registrations and tax evasion, the Karnataka government has introduced mandatory e-khata requirements under the Digital Integration Khata Rules for property sales and purchases. This measure is expected to enhance transparency in property transactions across the state.
The decision comes in response to reports of individuals registering properties using fraudulent paper-based khata documents, even without legitimate property accounts. Cases have surfaced where accounts for properties within the jurisdiction of gram panchayats, BBMP, and municipal corporations were not formally opened, yet were fraudulently documented and registered.
By mandating e-khata, the government aims to protect unsuspecting buyers from falling victim to these fraudulent registrations. With the e-khata system in place, the risks of duplicate registrations, property disputes, and the creation of fake accounts will be significantly reduced. The e-khata requirement will help streamline the registration process, ensuring property transactions are conducted transparently and with greater efficiency.
This initiative is expected to safeguard the interests of innocent buyers and bring accountability to property transactions in Karnataka.