Haveri District Distributes Over 30,000 Land Titles in Major Revenue Initiative
In a significant move to streamline land ownership and revenue management, Haveri district minister Shivanand Patil announced that over 30,000 beneficiaries received various land titles at a land guarantee meeting held in the city on Saturday. The event marked a milestone in the district's efforts to address long-standing issues in land record management.
Comprehensive Distribution of Land Titles
The distribution included a detailed breakdown of titles: 20,186 revenue village titles, 7,825 e-pouthi titles, 502 application podi titles, 1,675 PMGA titles, and 16 Bagar Hukum titles. Despite this progress, approximately 10,000 various titles remain pending, with preparation processes actively ongoing to ensure timely resolution.
Minister Patil expressed his satisfaction with the outcome, stating, "The number of beneficiaries from the district was significant in the titles distributed on Saturday. As the district minister, this gives me joy." He emphasized that the distribution reflects the government's commitment to empowering citizens through secure land ownership.
Modern Reforms in Revenue Administration
Significant changes are being implemented in the revenue department to enhance efficiency and transparency. Patil highlighted the use of modern technology, scientific tools, and well-equipped additional staff to permanently resolve public issues related to asset and land record management. Key programmes introduced include:
- Paperless e-office administration for streamlined operations.
- Correction of old land sanction records through the Nanna Bhoomi initiative.
- Linking land records with Aadhaar for improved verification and security.
- Fast-tracking pending revenue court cases to reduce delays.
- Immediate account changes through automation for faster processing.
- Protection of government assets via the Land Bit programme.
Among these, the revenue village scheme stands out as a promising initiative, providing adjacent titles to recordless village residents and ensuring their inclusion in formal land systems.
Successful Event and Government Support
The land guarantee submission meeting in Haveri was conducted successfully, coinciding with the state government's completion of 1,000 days in office. Patil credited the event's success to the cooperation of revenue minister Krishna Byre Gowda, district representatives, party leaders, and the efforts of the district administration, zilla panchayat, and police department officials.
He acknowledged the support from top leadership, saying, "Chief minister Siddaramaiah and deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar provided the opportunity and support for organising the land guarantee meeting in Haveri. I express my gratitude to them on behalf of the district." Patil reaffirmed the government's dedication to continued development, stating, "We will continue on this path for the district's development."
This initiative underscores a broader push towards digital and administrative reforms in Karnataka's revenue sector, aiming to reduce pendency and enhance public trust in land management systems.
