State grants approval to use unutilised money from the Rs. 371 crore one-time grant Bengaluru: In a positive development for Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA), which has been grappling with irregularities and scams, the State Cabinet that convened in Bengaluru yesterday, approved the utilisation of the remaining Rs. 44 crore from the sanctioned Rs. 371…
Nalwadi Krishnaraja Wadiyar Convention Hall row: MUDA finally cracks the whip
November 17, 2023Takes back Hall’s possession Mysore/Mysuru: A day following the report by ‘Mysuru Mithra,’ the sister concern of ‘Star of Mysore,’ MUDA officials reclaimed the Nalwadi Krishnaraja Wadiyar Convention Hall at Hebbal on Thursday. The move came after the contractor (lessee) failed to remit dues totalling Rs. 51.64 lakh, despite issuance of several notices. Acting under…
MUDA’s lease extension despite pending dues raises eyebrows
November 16, 2023Lessee defaults on payment for Nalwadi Krishnaraja Wadiyar Convention Hall; owes MUDA Rs. 51.64 lakh By S.T. Ravikumar Mysore/Mysuru: In what seems to be another addition to its series of controversies, Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) has opted to extend the lease of Nalwadi Krishnaraja Wadiyar Convention Hall at Hebbal for an additional two years,…
Demand survey for MUDA’s Group Housing Scheme: New survey on cards with Rs. 1 lakh deposit
November 15, 2023Minister Byrathi Suresh wants to identify only genuine buyers Mysore/Mysuru: After facing challenges in launching the ambitious Group Housing Scheme, despite conducting a physical demand survey and introducing an app for the same purpose, the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) is contemplating another demand survey. In this new survey, applicants will be required to deposit…
Echo of scam in MUDA: No more cash system; only cheques, DDs
November 11, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: In the wake of a cash payment scam recently discovered in the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA), involving fake bank challans and bank seals, the organisation has discontinued the cash payment system for acquiring records, documents, certificates, etc., and availing services. A non-cash system has been implemented, mandating applicants to submit the specified fees…
Crack down as 15 outsourced employees shown the door
November 11, 2023Most appointments made due to political pressure despite lacking necessary skills Mysore/Mysuru: Amidst growing concerns over the Mysuru Urban Development Authority’s (MUDA) operations following the revelation of a fake bank challans scam leading to revenue loss, the organisation has decided to terminate 15 outsourced employees suspected of involvement in the fraudulent activity. MUDA Commissioner G.T….
Is there a lack of accountability in critical revenue procedures?
November 10, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: The failure of authorities to take action against MUDA officials who have provided records and services without verifying the actual receipt of funds in the MUDA account has raised suspicions and concerns. When the public applies for site or land records, the standard procedure involves thorough verification by MUDA Zonal officers, the Special Tahsildar,…
4-member audit team scans bank credits, ledger entries
November 10, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: In response to the suspected fake bank challan scam at the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA), a dedicated four-member team, appointed by the MUDA Commissioner, has commenced a thorough investigation. The team has initiated its efforts by scrutinising the bank credits in MUDA’s accounts section. The primary objective of the team is to verify…
MUDA duped by MUDA employees !
November 9, 2023By S.T. Ravikumar Mysore/Mysuru: After the revelation of a previous scam involving the use of a forged signature of the transferred Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) Secretary and KAS Officer S. Kusumakumari, to issue a Title Deed for a site, yet another scam worth crores of rupees has come to light within MUDA. This time,…
Pressure not to file Police complaint
November 9, 2023Mysore/Mysuru: As soon as the fake bank challan scam came to light, certain vested interests began applying pressure on MUDA officials to dissuade them from filing Police complaints. These same interests are also attempting to influence the Police not to pursue criminal cases based on these complaints. Influential political leaders have been making frequent calls…
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