The Bharat Ratna JRD Tatanagar Residents' Welfare Association (Reg no 955-2003-2004), established in 2003 to represent collective interests of the vibrant and united Tatanagar community. 

The goverining bye-laws are available  here.

Objectives

• Ensure the orderly maintenance and development of the layout for residential purposes.

• Promote safety, peace, and harmony among all residents.

• Safeguard the interests and rights of individual residents and plot owners as valued members of the association.

• Liaise with government agencies such as BBMP, BWSSB, and BESCOM for the upkeep of roads and drains, garbage collection, and the timely supply of drinking water and electricity.

• Organize cultural programs and community events to foster unity and celebrate diversity.

Who can become a member?

• Any individual who is the original allottee of a site in the IISc EHBCS Layout and resides within the layout is eligible for the Residents' Welfare Association (RWA) membership and shall have the right to vote in the election of the Managing Committee.

• A member may nominate a family member residing with them to represent them at meetings and to contest in elections.

• Any individual who is not the original allottee but owns part or all of a building (such as an apartment or flat) within the layout may be eligible to join as an Associate Member. After a continuous period of three years, such members may qualify to become Regular Members, subject to the rules of the Association.

• In case of discontinuity in your membership, you are required to pay the current year's fee along with previous years to reactivate your membership.

Why should I become a member?

• Well-Maintained and Organized Community
  Enjoy the benefits of a clean, well-planned, and efficiently maintained residential layout, ensuring long-term property value and a pleasant living environment.

• Enhanced Safety and Peace of Mind
  Live in a peaceful, secure neighbourhood where the association actively works to promote safety, harmony, and mutual respect among all residents.

• Protection of Your Rights and Interests
  Be part of a collective voice that represents and safeguards your rights as a resident and property owner, ensuring fair treatment and transparency in all matters.

• Efficient Government Coordination
  Benefit from the association’s active engagement with government agencies (BBMP, BWSSB, BESCOM) for better roads, reliable electricity and water supply, timely garbage collection, and improved civic amenities.

• A Vibrant, Connected Community
  Take part in cultural programs, festivals, and social events that bring neighbours together, celebrate diversity, and strengthen community bonds.

• RWA Hall
  Book the RWA Hall at special member rates!

How can I become a member?

Any individual who meets the above criterion can become a member:

1. Download the membership application form. 

2. Fill the form  and submit it to the Treasurer or Secretary along with the latest property tax paid document.

3. Make the payment of ₹1300/- (joining fee ₹100/- + annual membership fee ₹1200/-). For details on how to make the payment, see Payment.

After you become a member, you will be automatically added to the JRD Tatanagar RWA Members WhatsApp group. If you wish to add an additional contact to the group, please fill and submit this form.

Guidelines for JRD Tatanagar RWA Members WhatsApp Group

The JRD Tatanagar RWA Members Whatsapp group is meant for communication related to the matters concerning residents of Tatanagar. All communication in the group must be respectful, courteous, and constructive. In order to ensure this, the Managing Committee has come up with the following guidelines for all members to follow.  Your continued participation in the group automatically implies acceptance of the guidelines.

Please note that, as per the WhatsApp Group Guidelines, the Group Admins reserve the right to moderate discussions, delete posts, or remove a member from the group if their conduct does not conform to these guidelines. 

The following graduated enforcement process will apply:

• First violation: Removal from the WhatsApp group for 7 days.

• Second violation: Removal from the WhatsApp group for 30 days.

• Third violation: Permanent removal from the WhatsApp group.

In the event of removal, reinstatement to the group will be considered only after the member provides a written confirmation agreeing to comply with the group guidelines going forward.

Allowed

A1: Posting between 6 AM & 10 PM.

A2: Civic issues & updates

A3: Security alerts

A4: Official RWA annoucements

A5: Updates or news from local goverining body (Local MLA, BNCC and others)

A6: National/International days of significance & importance (e.g. Independence Day, World Environment Day and so on)

A7: Obituary annoucements

A8: Lost & found notices

A9: General queries

A10: Emergency information

A11: Verified information relevant to residents

A12: Festival greetings

Not Allowed

NA1: Political discussions

NA2: Religon-based discussions

NA3: Rumours or unverified information

NA4: Personal news (unless for awareness or motivation), attacks or arguments

NA5: Advertisements & promotions

NA6: Offensive language or abusive content

NA7: Forwards, spam message, irrelevant videos, jokes, or memes

NA8: Posting non-emergency messages outside the permitted hours of 6 AM to 10 PM.