Patna Civic Body Approves Leasehold to Freehold Conversions
PATNA: The empowered standing committee of the Patna Municipal Corporation (PMC) has approved a proposal to transition leasehold residential properties to freehold ownership. Residents in areas such as Rajendra Nagar, Shri Krishnapuri, PIT Colony, and Beur will be eligible for full ownership rights upon payment of a conversion fee set at 10% of the existing circle rate. This proposal was a key discussion point in the 23rd ordinary meeting of the empowered standing committee on Tuesday, during which members ratified 18 agenda items aimed at enhancing municipal administration. Led by mayor Sita Sahu, this policy seeks to address longstanding legal…