Bengaluru Shuts 63 Commercial Units in Residential Layouts
The South corporation in Bengaluru has shut 63 commercial establishments operating inside residential layouts. The drive targets businesses running in areas meant mainly for homes. It is a step toward enforcing where shops and offices can operate in the city.
Context
Context: Indian cities set zoning rules that decide which areas can host shops, offices and workshops. Converting homes in residential layouts into commercial spaces is a long-running issue in Bengaluru, which has grown quickly.
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