Rs 1,200-crore Land Grab Scandal Exposes Collusion Between Minister and DLF
A massive land grab scandal in Karnataka involving Rs 1,200 crore and 350 acres of prime real estate has been exposed, implicating a sitting cabinet minister and real estate giant DLF.
Land GrabReal EstateDlfKarnatakaBengaluru Divinity LlpReal EstateSep 25, 2025
Alerted by mounting evidence, the Inspector General of Registration (IGR) formed a high-level committee, which on July 29 confirmed that forged documents had been created and submitted by Bengaluru Divinity LLP in partnership with DLF to claim false ownership records.
The land is located in Varthur Narsipura village, Tavarekere hobli, across survey numbers 1-31 and surrounding areas, covering roughly 350 acres. The plots were originally acquired years ago by over 2,500 middle- and lower-income families. The plots, typically 30x40 sqft and 20x30 sqft in size, were purchased through a cluster of small developers for around Rs 1.5 lakh per site.
In 2021, Bengaluru Divinity LLP suddenly entered the picture, invoking a so-called “compromise formula” crafted by local political brokers. Claiming to represent DLF’s ownership, the firm attempted to take control over the land, allegedly using the names of senior Congress leaders to intimidate original buyers.
The fraud was exposed when a few determined landowners filed Right to Information (RTI) applications. The replies revealed that DLF had no legal ownership of the land. Despite claims of a 2018-2019 agreement between DLF and Bengaluru Divinity LLP, no such memo or legal transfer existed.
A formal communication from IGR KA Dayanand to Delhi (File No. F.10(6)/Miscellaneous/COS(HQ)/2016/2168, dated May 5, 2025) categorically confirmed that DLF had no legal claim over the land. The alleged ownership papers, as well as documents submitted to back it, were forged.
The situation escalated when Bengaluru Divinity LLP claimed that the land had been registered in Delhi under Section 67 of the Indian Registration Act, 1908. However, during an IGR review meeting on 12 August 2025, officials discovered that these claims were completely fraudulent.
The alleged registrations were never recorded in Delhi. Instead, the forged documents were fabricated in an office in Bengaluru. Memo numbers from JINOJA/OSD/02/2020-21 to JINOJA/OSD/17/2020-21 were found to be fabricated. These memos were officially cancelled under RGN 469/2024-25 E 37381, dated 20 September 2025, under the provisions of the Karnataka Registration Act, 1989, and applicable central laws.
Residents and developers have since gone public, claiming they are under constant fear and intimidation. Many allege threats from political operatives and are concerned that law enforcement and judicial processes are being subverted by the minister’s influence. Sources within the IGR’s office admit that officials are working under intense duress, and the minister could derail investigations and shield the culprits.
The Varthur Narsipura Site Owners’ Welfare Association, formed in 2018, had earlier moved court and secured a status quo order. However, many fear that clarificatory records and cancellation orders could still be overturned under political pressure.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the value of the land involved in the scandal?
The land involved in the scandal is valued at more than Rs 1,200 crore.
Who is alleged to be behind the land grab?
Bengaluru Divinity LLP, allegedly a benami front linked to a sitting cabinet minister, is suspected of being behind the land grab.
What evidence was found to expose the fraud?
Right to Information (RTI) applications revealed that DLF had no legal ownership of the land, and the ownership papers and documents were forged.
What actions have been taken by the authorities?
The Inspector General of Registration (IGR) formed a high-level committee, and the forged documents were officially cancelled under the provisions of the Karnataka Registration Act, 1989, and applicable central laws.
How are the original landowners responding to the situation?
Original landowners have gone public, claiming they are under constant fear and intimidation, and are concerned about the subversion of law enforcement and judicial processes.
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