Karnataka High Court lays down norms for authorities to monitor PG accommodations in Bengaluru
The Karnataka High Court issued guidelines directing local authorities to oversee paying‑guest (PG) accommodations in Bengaluru. The Greater Bengaluru Authority informed the bench that roughly 50 % of the estimated 5,000 PG units in the city’s eastern zone operate without proper authorization. The court’s norms aim to improve registration, safety checks, compliance monitoring and enforcement actions.