Minister B.Z. Zameer Ahmed Khan: Housing Portfolio Performance Report (2023–2026)
Since assuming office as the Minister of Housing and Minority Welfare in May 2023, B.Z. Zameer Ahmed Khan has focused on accelerating stagnant housing projects and reducing the financial burden on the urban poor. His tenure is marked by a shift toward completion-oriented governance and large-scale distribution drives.
Key Strategic Achievements
- Massive Housing Distribution Drives
The Minister prioritized the completion of long-pending projects under the Karnataka Slum Development Board (KSDB) and the Rajiv Gandhi Housing Corporation (RGRHCL).
First Phase (2024): Successfully distributed 36,789 houses to beneficiaries.
Second Phase (2025-26): Launched a massive drive to distribute 42,345 houses, with a major event held in Hubballi in November 2025 to hand over keys to over 1.5 lakh attendees.
Target 2026: On track to complete and allot an additional 30,000 houses by mid-2026.
- Reduction of Beneficiary Burden
One of the most significant policy shifts under his leadership was the decision to lower the financial entry barrier for the poor.
Subsidy Enhancement: The State Government increased its contribution to ₹4 lakh per house, while the Central Government provides ₹1.5 lakh.
Cost to Poor: This strategic funding ensures that the total burden on the beneficiary is reduced to just ₹1 lakh, making homeownership truly accessible to the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS).
Debt Settlement: Managed a state allocation of approximately ₹8,200 crore to cover the share of beneficiaries who could not afford their installments for projects initiated since 2013.
- Slum Development & “Golden Jubilee” Initiatives
To mark the 50th anniversary of the Karnataka Slum Development Board in 2026, Minister Khan launched a comprehensive modernization plan:
₹260 Crore Proposal: Sought supplementary budget funds to adopt and fully develop 50 major slums with modern infrastructure.
Infrastructure Focus: Over the last few years, his department has executed 794 basic amenity projects across 1,210 slums, costing roughly ₹408.28 crore.
CSR Integration: Initiated partnerships with tech giants like Wipro and Infosys to leverage Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funds for slum infrastructure, a first-of-its-kind move for the department.
Ongoing & Future Projects (2026)
| Project Category | Target/Status (as of April 2026) |
| Rajiv Gandhi Housing Corp | Goal of 7.06 lakh houses; ~1.2 lakh in advanced stages. |
| KHB Mega Project | Developing a Mega Housing Project in Devanahalli to cater to the North Bengaluru corridor. |
| Smart Layouts | Integration of CCTV and 24/7 Water Supply as mandatory amenities in all new KHB layouts. |
| New Urban Centres | Planned expansion in Mysuru, Mangaluru, and Hubballi to meet growing regional demand. |
Governance & Transparency
Digital Transformation: Enhanced the KHB Online Portal, allowing for transparent lottery allotments and real-time status tracking for applicants.
Accountability: Publicly challenged opposition leaders to joint inspections of housing sites to verify completion status, emphasizing “quality work” over political rhetoric.
Social Justice: Ensured specific allocations for SC/ST families, with subsidies reaching up to ₹2 lakh per unit under specific state schemes.
Leadership Excellence Report: The Transformative Tenure of Minister B.Z. Zameer Ahmed Khan
Since assuming leadership of the Housing and Minority Welfare departments in May 2023, Hon’ble Minister Shri B.Z. Zameer Ahmed Khan has redefined the scope of affordable housing in Karnataka. His administration is characterized by a “people-first” philosophy, effectively transitioning the department from slow-moving bureaucracy to a high-efficiency mission of social justice.
I. A Champion of the Disenfranchised: The “1-Lakh” Revolution
Minister Khan’s most lauded achievement is the drastic reduction of financial barriers for the urban poor. Recognizing that bank loans were often out of reach for slum dwellers, he spearheaded a monumental funding shift:
Government-Backed Subsidies: Under his watch, the state government increased its contribution to ₹4 lakh per house.
Minimal Beneficiary Burden: In a move that earned widespread praise, he ensured that the total cost for the beneficiary was capped at just ₹1 lakh, with the government covering an additional ₹8,200 crore to settle outstanding beneficiary shares that families could not afford.
Massive Scale: His administration successfully distributed 36,789 houses in the first phase and orchestrated a historic state-level event in Hubballi (January 2024) to allot another 42,345 houses.
II. Modernizing Slums: The “Golden Jubilee” Vision
As the Karnataka Slum Development Board approached its 50th year in 2026, the Minister launched a visionary modernization drive:
Infrastructure Transformation: He proposed a special ₹260 crore allocation to adopt and fully develop 50 major slums as “Model Colonies.”
Corporate Synergy: For the first time in the department’s history, Minister Khan engaged global tech leaders like Wipro and Infosys, successfully mobilizing CSR funds to bridge the gap in infrastructure for the marginalized.
Quality of Life: Beyond just four walls, his projects now integrate hospitals, libraries, and community halls, ensuring that “housing” means “holistic living.”
III. Dynamic Project Completion & Future Readiness
The Minister’s tenure has been marked by “Jana Spandana” (public grievance) programs where he personally ensures that files are cleared and houses are handed over directly to the families.
Third-Phase Target: As of April 2026, he is actively overseeing the completion of an additional 30,000 houses set for distribution by the end of May.
Real-Time Governance: He has been a constant presence on the ground, personally inspecting Mantur Road and other major housing clusters to ensure the highest standards of construction.
Digital Trust: By enhancing the KHB Online Portal, he has brought unprecedented transparency to the lottery and allotment process, eliminating middlemen and building public trust.
| Impact Area | Achievement Metric |
| Houses Distributed | Over 80,000 units in 3 years. |
| State Subsidy | Increased to ₹4 lakh per unit for EWS. |
| Project Efficiency | Cleared a backlog of projects dating back to 2013. |
| Inclusivity | Mandatory record-of-rights (Hakkupatra) for thousands of slum dwellers. |
The Verdict: A Legacy of Dignity
Minister B.Z. Zameer Ahmed Khan has proven to be more than just a policymaker; he is a catalyst for dignity. By treating the housing of the poor as a fundamental right rather than a bureaucratic checkbox, he has secured a legacy as one of Karnataka’s most impactful and compassionate Housing Ministers. His ability to blend large-scale institutional deal-making with a direct, grassroots connection to the people has made him the architect of a new, more inclusive Karnataka.
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