Karnataka Assembly Passes Bill to Regulate Outdoor Advertisements and Levy Fees

The Karnataka Assembly passed the Karnataka Municipalities and Certain Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026, to regulate outdoor advertisements and allow municipal bodies to levy fees on hoardings and billboards. The legislation empowers local authorities to set advertisement fees within prescribed limits and requires written permission for displays. Exemptions apply for certain public and election-related ads. The Bill also authorizes removal of unauthorized advertisements and imposes penalties for violations or delayed payments.