BBMP to present zone-wise budget for first time amid lack of public representatives

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  • BBMP is poised to present its 2025-26 budget zone wise for the first time
  • The budget will mark fifth consecutive year without public representatives
  • Finance department has submitted a proposal to BBMP Commissioner

The Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) is poised to present its 2025-26 budget, marking the fifth consecutive year without public representatives since the last elections. This year, the civic body is set to introduce a significant shift in its approach by proposing a zone-wise budget for the city's eight administrative zones.

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The finance department has submitted a proposal to BBMP Commissioner Tushar Girinath, emphasizing decentralized budget planning. For years, the BBMP has followed a centralized budget model focused on the city's overall development. However, this new method aims to address specific needs within each zone. The eight zones have been instructed to prepare detailed reports outlining maintenance requirements, operational costs, and proposed developmental works.

Commissioner Girinath reportedly stated, "After evaluating the zone-specific requirements and ongoing development projects, we plan to present a comprehensive zone-wise budget." The initiative aligns with the "Brand Bengaluru" vision, which aims to bolster the city's global image while addressing local issues.

Last year's BBMP budget stood at ₹12,369 crore, and this year, an increase is anticipated due to the inclusion of new projects under the Brand Bengaluru initiative. While the experimental zone-wise budget promises to provide tailored solutions, its efficacy in addressing residents' needs remains to be seen.

The proposal reflects a strategic pivot in urban governance, but the absence of elected representatives continues to raise concerns about accountability and public participation in the budgeting process.

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