Massive Forest Land Worth ₹4,000 Cr Reclaimed in Kadugodi: 120 Acres Retrieved in Major Anti-Encroachment Drive by Bengaluru Authorities

Massive Forest Land Worth ₹4,000 Cr Reclaimed in Kadugodi

In a landmark move to protect Bengaluru’s fast-depleting green zones, the Karnataka Forest Department successfully reclaimed 120 acres of encroached forest land in Kadugodi, Whitefield. The recovered land is valued at a staggering ₹4,000 crore, making it one of the most high-value recoveries in recent times.

The forest land, which had been encroached upon over the years, was cleared following detailed mapping using satellite data and on-ground verification. The department used modern geo-referencing tools and revenue survey maps to establish ownership and initiate clearance operations.

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This stretch of forest land falls under Survey Numbers 29, 30, 31, and 34 in Kadugodi and was previously marked as protected forest. However, over time, it was illegally occupied, with multiple parties constructing boundary walls, laying roads, and preparing the land for potential resale and development.

Officials said this action is part of a larger anti-encroachment initiative, aimed at identifying and retrieving forest land that has been illegally occupied across Bengaluru Urban and Rural districts. The crackdown has intensified following increasing public concern over disappearing green cover and real estate pressure in areas like Whitefield and Sarjapur.

The Forest Department has now erected barbed wire fencing across the reclaimed area and planted warning boards, clearly demarcating it as government land under forest protection. Legal action is being initiated against identified encroachers under the Forest Conservation Act.

This recovery sets a strong precedent and sends a message that unauthorized development on forest land will not be tolerated. It also highlights the tug-of-war between ecological preservation and urban growth in Bengaluru, a city already facing severe environmental stress due to rapid real estate expansion.

What This Means for Real Estate Investors

For investors, this event is a critical reminder to verify land titles and ensure regulatory compliance before investing, especially in fast-developing corridors like Whitefield, Kadugodi, and Sarjapur. Platforms like www.proppulse.ai can help with data-backed property insights, legal due diligence, and encroachment risk alerts for safer investments.

Conclusion

The successful recovery of 120 acres in Kadugodi is more than just a land issue—it’s a symbolic win for environmental governance in Bengaluru. As land disputes rise, it becomes even more essential for investors, developers, and policymakers to align with sustainable, legal land development practices.

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SOURCE: DECCAN HERALD