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India Gazette
5 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
Second phase of NAKSHA Capacity Building Programme to be launched across five National Centres of Excellence from June 2
New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): The Department of Land Resources (DoLR), Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India, is going to conduct the second phase of capacity-building under the NAKSHA (National geospatial Knowledge-based land Survey of urban Habitations) programme from June 2, across five Centres of Excellence (CoEs) in the country. The first phase of capacity building programme to train the 160 master trainers from NAKSHA participating states/UTs has been completed in the month of May 2025, according to the Ministry of Rural Development. This phase of training programme will be inaugurated virtually by Manoj Joshi, Secretary, Department of Land Resources on June 2. Under this training programme, 304 ULB-level and district officers have been nominated from 157 Urban Local Bodies (ULBs). These officers will undergo hands-on training in leveraging modern geospatial technologies for effective urban property surveys. The training will be conducted for a week starting from June 2 at the following Centres of Excellence institutions: Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration (LBSNAA), Mussoorie, Uttarakhand; Yashwantrao Chavan Academy of Development Administration (YASHADA), Pune, Maharashtra; Northeast Region Centre of Excellence, Guwahati, Assam; Mahatma Gandhi State Institute of Public Administration (MGSIPA), Chandigarh, Punjab; Administrative Training Institute (ATI), Mysuru, Karnataka The training aims to equip ULB officers and field staff with the technical and practical skills required to oversee high-accuracy land surveys under the NAKSHA programme. Modules cover the programme framework, GNSS and ETS-based surveying, Web-GIS application, land parcel mapping, and the legal-administrative aspects of land surveys. With India's urban population expected to exceed 600 million by 2031, the need for modern, verifiable, and easily accessible land records has become more urgent than ever. The NAKSHA programme addresses this challenge with a bold, technology-driven approach. NAKSHA programme is being implemented by the department of Land Resources (DoLR), Government of India in association with the Survey of India, NICSI, MPSeDC, and five Centres of Excellence, as a pilot programme. NAKSHA has been launched across 157 Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) in 27 States and 3 Union Territories. (ANI)
Hans India
5 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
Govt's NAKSHA initiative to ensure modern, easily accessible land records
The Centre's Department of Land Resources (DoLR) on Sunday announced it would conduct the second phase of capacity-building under the NAKSHA (National geospatial Knowledge-based land Survey of urban Habitations) programme across five Centres of Excellence (CoEs) in the country. With India's urban population expected to exceed 600 million by 2031, the need for modern, verifiable, and easily accessible land records has become more urgent than ever. The NAKSHA programme addresses this challenge with a bold, technology-driven approach. The first phase of the capacity-building programme to train the 160 master trainers from NAKSHA participating states/UTs was completed last month. The second phase of the training programme will be inaugurated virtually by the Department of Land Resources Secretary Manoj Joshi on Monday, the Department, which comes under the Ministry of Rural Development, said. Under this training programme, 304 ULB-level and district officers have been nominated from 157 urban local bodies (ULBs). These officers will undergo hands-on training in leveraging modern geospatial technologies for effective urban property surveys. The training will be conducted for a week, starting Tuesday, at Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration (LBSNAA), Mussoorie; Yashwantrao Chavan Academy of Development Administration (YASHADA), Pune; Northeast Region Centre of Excellence, Guwahati; Mahatma Gandhi State Institute of Public Administration (MGSIPA), Chandigarh; and Administrative Training Institute (ATI), Mysuru. The training aims to equip ULB officers and field staff with the technical and practical skills required to oversee high-accuracy land surveys under the NAKSHA programme. Modules cover the programme framework, GNSS and ETS-based surveying, Web-GIS application, land parcel mapping, and the legal-administrative aspects of land surveys. Being implemented by the Department of Land Resources (DoLR) in association with the Survey of India, NICSI, MPSeDC, and five Centres of Excellence, as a pilot programme, NAKSHA has been launched across 157 Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) in 27 states and three Union Territories.
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Business Standard
29-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Soon, you can register property online:Draft Registration Bill decoded
The central government has unveiled the draft Registration Bill, 2025, aimed at modernizing India's property registration system by introducing comprehensive digital reforms. This initiative seeks to replace the 117-year-old Registration Act of 1908, transitioning from traditional paper-based methods to a streamlined, online process. The new law will make it mandatory to register documents like agreements to sell, power of attorney, sale certificates, and equitable mortgage arrangements. Under the old law, you had to physically visit the registration office to submit documents. The new bill says you can now do this 'in person or through electronic means.' That means, once implemented, you'll be able to submit and register your documents entirely online — a first for Indian property registration. The draft bill 'The Registration Bill 2025' has been prepared by the Department of Land Resources, Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India to align it with a modern, online, paperless and citizen centric registration system. The Bill has been placed for public feedback and introduces provisions to support online registration, electronic presentation and admission of documents, issuance of electronic registration certificates, and digital maintenance of records. Key Features of the Draft Bill Online Property Registration: The bill proposes a fully digital platform for registering immovable properties, allowing electronic submission and verification of documents. Mandatory Document Registration: It mandates the registration of critical documents such as agreements to sell, powers of attorney, sale certificates, and equitable mortgages, many of which were previously optional. Digital Records and E-Certificates: The initiative includes the issuance of electronic registration certificates and the maintenance of digital property records, aiming to enhance transparency and reduce fraud. Aadhaar-Based Verification: While Aadhaar authentication is proposed for verification, it remains optional, with alternative verification mechanisms available for those who choose not to use Aadhaar. Why this matters to you: You'll be able to submit your property documents online — no more running around with physical papers. This means faster processing and fewer opportunities for corruption. If you've ever given someone a power of attorney or signed a sale agreement without formal registration, that may no longer be legally sufficient. Under the new law, documents like: Agreement to sell Power of attorney Sale certificate (e.g., from housing authorities or banks) Equitable mortgage Court orders that affect ownership must be registered. This could mean additional steps for you — but also better legal protection. Once your property is registered, you'll get a digital certificate. These are harder to tamper with and easier to verify, which is a plus if you ever plan to sell, take a loan, or resolve a dispute. Worried about privacy? Don't be. While Aadhaar can be used for verification, the bill makes it clear it's not mandatory. You'll be able to prove your identity through other government-recognized means. The Draft Registration Bill, 2025 is a big step toward making property transactions simpler, safer, and more transparent. Whether you're buying your first home or managing inherited land, this law could make your life easier — but it also comes with new responsibilities. The Bill has been placed for public feedback. As a part of pre-legislative consultative process, suggestions from public on the draft 'The Registration Bill, 2025' are invited within a period of 30 days i.e. on or before June 25, 2026, the government statement said. The Ministry stated that the new law is aimed at making the registration process more accessible and citizen-centric, as it promotes plain language for drafting documents and transparent procedures, especially for individual citizens and small businesses. It encourages simplification without compromising on legal certainty or procedural safeguards. The administration of the Registration Act, 1908, was transferred to the Department of Land Resources of Ministry of Rural Development, in 2006.
Time of India
28-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Aadhaar-based verification to be optional for document registration under proposed bill
NEW DELHI: A new draft bill that seeks to enable online registration of land documents and other transactions provisions alternate verification mechanism for those who do not have or do not wish to use their Aadhaar, according to its content. The bill replaces the 117-year-old Registration Act, 1908. The draft bill prepared by the Department of Land Resources , Ministry of Rural Development, which has been placed for public feedback, introduces provisions to support online registration, electronic presentation and admission of documents, issuance of electronic registration certificates, and digital maintenance of records. It allows Aadhaar-based authentication with informed consent, but also alternative verification mechanisms for the people who do not possess Aadhaar or choose not to use it. The bill also enables electronic integration with other record-keeping systems. Under the Registration Act, documents related to immovable property, like sale deeds, gift deeds, mortgage deeds, and leases, are required to be registered. Wills, powers of attorney, and other court decrees and orders related to property rights are also subject to registration. The draft Bill expands the scope of compulsory registration to reflect contemporary property and transaction practices, and expands the list of documents required, according to the government officials. It also modernises the organisational structure of the registration system with a more responsive hierarchy, including the introduction of additional and assistant inspectors general of registration. The draft bill lays down the procedure for appointment of the inspectors general of registration, registrars, and sub-registrars, streamlines the appointment process for registrars in case of vacancies, and vests rule-making authority with the appropriate government to ensure alignment with the local governance. It promotes plain language drafting, digital enablement, and transparent procedures to make the registration process more accessible, especially for individual citizens and small businesses, officials said. While the present law requires that documents be presented at the registration office, the new draft bill says these documents can be presented "in person or through electronic means." The current law requires people registering documents to affix a passport-size photograph and fingerprints to the document. Under the new draft bill, an individual will have to affix in the document their signature, passport-size colour photograph or get photographed by a digital camera and thumb impression, either manually or through a biometric device, submit the Permanent Account Number (PAN). The bill provides that a person presenting any document for registration may affix physical signatures, electronic signatures under the Information Technology Act, 2000, or such other forms of signatures (whether physical or digital) as may be prescribed. It also says that every person presenting any document may undergo consent-based Aadhaar authentication, or offline verification or consent-based verification through officially valid documents or equivalent e-documents under applicable law. No person will be refused registration for not having an Aadhaar number, the draft bill says. In public interest and to prevent fraud, the government may require persons executing such documents notified through electronic means to physically appear before the registering officer, before issuing the registration certificate, the draft bill said. It also defines conditions in which the registration may be denied, and provides a mechanism for appealing against the denial of registration. The draft bill has the provision that allows the registration offices to have "other infrastructure" necessary to facilitate registration such as computers, scanners, and cloud storage.
Hindustan Times
28-05-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Govt's new draft bill proposes online property registration, mandates registration of documents
To align with evolving property and transaction practices, the government has drafted a bill proposing the introduction of online property registration. The bill also expands the list of documents that require mandatory registration, including agreements to sell, powers of attorney, sale certificates issued by competent authorities, equitable mortgage arrangements, and certain documents based on court orders. The draft bill 'The Registration Bill 2025' has been prepared by the Department of Land Resources, Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India to align it with a modern, online, paperless and citizen centric registration system. Once enacted, the Bill shall replace the pre-Constitution Registration Act, 1908, the government said in a statement. The Bill has been placed for public feedback and introduces provisions to support online registration, electronic presentation and admission of documents, issuance of electronic registration certificates, and digital maintenance of records. As a part of pre-legislative consultative process, suggestions from public on the draft 'The Registration Bill, 2025' are invited within a period of 30 days i.e. on or before June 25, 2026, the government statement said. In recent years, the growing use of technologies, evolving socio-economic practices, and increasing reliance on registered documents for due diligence, service delivery, and legal adjudication have underscored the need to create a forward-looking registration framework. Several states and union territories have already introduced innovations such as online document submission and digital identity verification under the existing 1908 Act. Further, it is equally important to clearly delineate the roles and responsibilities of registering officers, enabling them to uphold the integrity and reliability of the registration process in a manner consistent with applicable law, it noted. Building upon these advancements, there is now a need to provide a harmonized and enabling legislative framework to support secure, efficient, and citizen-centric registration practices across the country. The Registration Bill, 2025 has been designed to realize this vision, it said. The Bill introduces enabling provisions to support online registration, including electronic presentation and admission of documents, issuance of electronic registration certificates, and digital maintenance of records. Aadhaar-based authentication with informed consent is permitted, alongside alternative verification mechanisms for individuals who do not possess Aadhaar or choose not to use it. The Bill also enables electronic integration with other record-keeping systems to enhance the efficiency and integrity of information flows, it states. To reflect contemporary property and transaction practices, the Bill expands the list of documents requiring compulsory registration. These include agreements to sell, powers-of-attorney, sale certificates issued by competent authorities, equitable mortgage arrangements, and certain instruments based on court orders, the document states. It also provides an enabling provision for appropriate governments to issue rules on cancellation of registration subject to certain standards, including compliance with principles of natural justice. These provisions are intended to ensure that the registration process operates within the bounds of law while upholding the reliability and evidentiary value of registered instruments, it said. The Bill modernises the organisational structure of the registration establishment by creating a more agile and responsive hierarchy, including the introduction of additional and assistant inspectors general of registration. It also streamlines the appointment process for registrars in case of vacancies and vests rule-making authority with the appropriate government to ensure alignment with local governance structures. The Bill promotes plain language drafting, digital enablement, and transparent procedures to make the registration process more accessible, especially for individual citizens and small businesses. It encourages simplification without compromising on legal certainty or procedural safeguards, the document showed. While the present law requires that documents be presented at the registration office, the new draft bill says these documents can be presented "in person or through electronic means." The current law requires people registering documents to affix a passport-size photograph and fingerprints to the document. Under the new draft bill, an individual will have to affix in the document their signature, passport-size colour photograph or get photographed by a digital camera and thumb impression, either manually or through a biometric device, submit the Permanent Account Number (PAN). The bill provides that a person presenting any document for registration may affix physical signatures, electronic signatures under the Information Technology Act, 2000, or such other forms of signatures (whether physical or digital) as may be prescribed. It also says that every person presenting any document may undergo consent-based Aadhaar authentication, or offline verification or consent-based verification through officially valid documents or equivalent e-documents under applicable law. No person will be refused registration for not having an Aadhaar number, the draft bill states. In public interest and to prevent fraud, the government may require persons executing such documents notified through electronic means to physically appear before the registering officer, before issuing the registration certificate, the draft bill said. It also defines conditions in which the registration may be denied, and provides a mechanism for appealing against the denial of registration. 'The bill, if properly implemented and automated, will significantly simplify logistics and reduce reliance on middlemen,' said Venkat Rao, founder and managing partner at Intygrat Law Offices LLP. 'It seeks to address a long-standing public demand, enhances transparency through an electronic trail, and helps curb fraud by enabling verification through Aadhaar and other means. Overall, it's a futuristic and consumer-friendly move." With PTI inputs
