NASHIK: The land records department will hold a ‘Bhumi Adalat’ on October 1 at the division level to resolve land disputes between complainants and respondents amicably.
Mahesh Ingale, deputy director of the Nashik division’s land records department, stated that many people face issues related to mutation entries in land records and land measurements. “Over 350 cases have reached my office as the appellate authority, following challenges to earlier decisions from respective authorities. In most instances, the solutions are apparent, but the parties involved may not be aware,” he stated. Ingale emphasized that his team is working to counsel both parties to reach a mutually beneficial resolution.
“In some instances, disputes stem from personal conflicts between individuals, and in others, complainants may not realize that their situation is unlikely to change through legal means, leading only to wasted time and resources. We aim to provide guidance on these issues,” Ingale explained.
He highlighted that a significant portion of cases involves farmers, who often find themselves unable to develop land currently under litigation. “No one wants to deal with land that is embroiled in legal disputes. The time and money spent on litigation can lead to irreparable harm. Farmers are often at a disadvantage, and heightened emotions can create a precarious situation,” he added, expressing hope that many litigants will find relief through this initiative.
The land records department has 54 offices across five districts: Ahilyanagar, Nashik, Jalgaon, Dhule, and Nandurbar.
