Bengaluru, NFAPost: Industries Minister M B Patil warned on Sunday that stringent action will be taken against those who are found to be negotiating as middlemen/agents in Karnataka Industrial Areas Development Board (KIADB) main office and zonal offices.
The minister said in a press release that it has been observed some persons are seen loitering around the premises of the KIADB main office and zonal offices and action will be taken to discourage the movement of such persons around the offices.
As per his instruction, a circular has been issued to that effect. As per the circular, persons who are entitled to seek compensation for losing their land and those who have been allotted plots or their authorised legal representatives can directly submit their applications/grievances to the concerned officers. They have been asked not to encourage any middleman/agent in this regard.
It has been warned that complaints will be lodged against those who try to negotiate as middlemen/agents. Strict action will also be taken against such officers/staff if they are found to be hand in glove with middlemen/agents.
It has also been directed to display the circular compulsorily on the notice board at KIADB offices to bring public awareness.
