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Maharashtra Grants Legal Status to Digital Land Records

Representative AI image NAGPUR: On Thursday, the Maharashtra government officially recognized digitally signed 7/12, 8-A, and property card extracts, signifying a significant transformation in the state’s land administration. Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule has instructed district collectors to treat these digital land records as legally binding for all governmental bodies, courts, banks, and registration offices, thereby eliminating a process that has long been hindered by bureaucracy, delays, and dependence on manual signatures. Effective immediately, citizens can download certified copies of their land documents online via the Mahabhumi portal for ₹15. These extracts are embedded with a digital signature, a scannable QR…

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Maharashtra Seeks SRA Input on Housing for First-Floor Slum Residents

Representative image MUMBAI: The state government has requested a report from the Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA) about allowing slumdwellers on the first floor of chawls to qualify for free or affordable housing. Officials from the housing department noted that the finance department is seeking detailed information on the potential financial implications for the government if concessions or exemptions are granted to developers to include first-floor slumdwellers in housing schemes. “The SRA must promptly address the finance department’s inquiries. Once that is accomplished, the matter will be presented to the state cabinet for approval, leading to the issuance of a government…

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Maharashtra approves free regularization for small plot deals

NAGPUR: On Tuesday, the Maharashtra government approved a significant reform to regularize thousands of small land transactions that previously violated the state’s fragmentation law. This initiative aims to provide long-awaited legal recognition to holdings that have remained uncertain for decades. The revenue department has introduced a new operating framework allowing these plots to be regularized without incurring any fees, benefiting nearly 60 lakh property owners. Previously, individuals seeking regularization were required to pay a penalty of 25% of the land’s current market value, which was later reduced to 5%. However, participation remained low. Officials noted that waiving all fees aims…

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SC nullifies Bombay HC ruling on ‘private forests’ classification

Supreme Court of India MUMBAI: In a blow to the state government, the Supreme Court annulled a 2018 Bombay High Court decision that allowed the Maharashtra revenue department to designate land across Mumbai, Thane, and elsewhere as “private forests,” which curtailed development potential. The SC criticized the HC ruling for failing to adhere to a binding precedent mandating a meticulous process before classifying private land as part of the green pool. The plots varied in size from one acre to 100 acres. The HC bench, led by Justice S C Dharmadhikari, had dismissed 173 petitions and endorsed the state’s initiative…

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Maharashtra Launches Authority to Fast-Track Self-Redevelopment

MUMBAI: On Monday, the state government designated a new authority, led by BJP MLC Pravin Darekar, to expedite self-redevelopment projects. As the chairman of the newly established Self-Group Redevelopment Authority (SGRA), Darekar will hold the status of a Minister of State. He is known to have close ties with CM Devendra Fadnavis and also oversees the Mumbai District Cooperative Bank. The SGRA aims to facilitate the redevelopment of old structures, while Mhada, the state housing authority, will serve as the coordinating agency for these projects. Under self-redevelopment, housing societies manage the redevelopment themselves by hiring a project management consultant, architect,…

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Maharashtra to Issue 98-Year Lease Tenders for ST Bus Depots

NEW DELHI: Pratap Sarnaik, Maharashtra’s Minister of Transport, announced that the state government will open tenders for the long-term lease development of bus depots, extending the lease duration to 98 years from the previous 30 years. Sarnaik noted that the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) possesses over 13,000 acres of land in areas such as Kurla and Borivali, among other towns in the state. “To facilitate the development of these lands and bus depots, the government has decided to offer a 98-year long-term lease. These ST Bus Depots will be transformed into Bus Ports, similar to those developed in…

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Bombay HC Orders Maharashtra to Tackle SRA Staffing Issues

Sure! Here’s a rewritten version of the content: MUMBAI: The Bombay High Court recently addressed the understaffing issues at the Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA), deeming it a serious concern. The court instructed the state government to ensure timely approval for adequate staffing to prevent recurrent issues from reaching the courts. A division bench comprising Justices Girish Kulkarni and Aarti Sathe highlighted, “It is unacceptable for the Chief Executive Officer, with significant authority, to operate ineffectively and lack oversight of matters within their jurisdiction, particularly in cases where no occupation certificate has been issued for nearly 15 years.” This comment was…

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Mahindra Seeks 350-Acre Land in Igatpuri

Representative image created by AI MUMBAI: Mahindra & Mahindra has expressed interest in acquiring 350 acres of land in Igatpuri, Maharashtra, as disclosed by a senior company official. The Mumbai-based automaker currently operates manufacturing facilities in Nashik and Igatpuri. “We have submitted our interest for 350 acres in Igatpuri, which is a crucial part of our ecosystem,” stated Rajesh Jejurikar, Executive Director and CEO of Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) for the auto and farm sectors. He mentioned that the Nashik and Igatpuri plants would benefit from a supporting facility nearby. “This land can be utilized for various purposes, such as…

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Maharashtra Extends Nazul Land Amnesty Scheme for One Year

NAGPUR: The Maharashtra government has decided to extend its special amnesty scheme for nazul land leases for another year. This move comes after Nagpur Central MLA Pravin Datke emphasized the positive public feedback and significant revenue generation from the scheme. The extension was confirmed during a meeting led by Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule at the state legislature on Thursday. Initially launched on March 16, 2024, the scheme enables residents in the Nagpur and Amravati regions to convert nazul land leases into permanent Class-1 ownership rights by paying only 2% of the current market rate, a decrease from the previous 5%.…

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Maharashtra: No tolerance for illegal constructions, warns deputy CM

MUMBAI: Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde stated in the legislative assembly on Monday that the Maharashtra government will not endorse any illegal constructions and will impose strict penalties on officials found complicit in permitting such structures. Responding to a question from Parag Alavani (BJP) during the Question Hour, Shinde announced that instructions will be given to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) commissioner to compile a detailed inventory and categorization of illegal constructions in Mumbai. “Any officer found protecting illegal constructions will face strict action,” warned Shinde, who oversees urban development and housing. Members including Yogesh Sagar, Jitendra Awhad, Dilip Walse…