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India Today
11 hours ago
- Business
- India Today
Encroachers on state-owned land to get ownership rights in Maharashtra
Maharashtra Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule on Wednesday announced that the state government will grant ownership rights to individuals who have encroached on state-owned land prior to 2011. The move is expected to benefit nearly 30 lakh households across the state.'This policy covers encroachments on state-owned land such as collector land, grazing land, and zilla parishad land,' said Bawankule. 'Encroachments up to 500 square feet will be regularised free of cost. Larger plots will need to be purchased at the current ready reckoner rate.'advertisementThe cut-off date for eligibility under the scheme is January 1, 2011, in line with an earlier protection granted in 2018. Beneficiaries will also be eligible for housing under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY), ensuring they are not rendered SAND (M-SAND) POLICY The minister also announced that the Maharashtra Government has finalised the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for the Artificial Sand (M-Sand) Policy. The policy aims to put a complete stop to sand mining from the state's rivers by promoting the use of manufactured the new framework, details of suitable public and private lands for M-Sand units will be made available on the 'Mahakhanij' portal for auction. Registered undertakings will be required to set up these units. The government plans to conduct awareness campaigns, including workshops, camps, and webinars, at the district level to ensure widespread SCHEME FOR SINDHI REFUGEESIn a significant relief for displaced families, the state has approved a special amnesty scheme to regularise land leases in 30 notified areas where Sindhi refugees were settled post-Partition, excluding estimated 5 lakh people are expected to benefit from this move. Under the scheme:A 5 per cent premium on the 1989 Ready Reckoner Rate will be charged for residential properties up to 1,500 sq properties will be charged a 10 per cent exceeding 1,500 sq ft will attract double the applicable decision provides long-awaited legal ownership to families that migrated from West Pakistan during the communal unrest following India's independence. CRACKDOWN ON FAKE BIRTH CERTIFICATESBawankule further revealed that the state government is taking steps to address the issue of illegal birth certificates held by Bangladeshi nationals residing in Maharashtra. A task force will verify and cancel such of now, around 45,000 fake birth certificates have been identified. This number may rise in the coming days. The verification and cancellation process will be completed by August 15, under the supervision of District Collectors.- Ends
Time of India
3 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Jammu & Kashmir: 679 houses completed under PMAY in Bhaderwah
BHADERWAH : The Centre has completed 679 houses under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana ( PMAY ) in Jammu and Kashmir 's Bhaderwah, the Block Development Officer said. The implementation of the PMAY in Jammu and Kashmir 's Bhaderwah mirrors the government's steadfast commitment to ensuring housing for all. In the financial year 2023-24, 718 beneficiaries were identified, and 679 houses have already been completed, marking a significant milestone in rural infrastructure and welfare. Bhaderwah Block Development Officer Yasir Ahmed Wtold ANI, "The completion of 679 houses in a single financial year under PMAY is a testament to our team's dedication and the government's vision of 'Housing for All'. Special focus was given to poor and tribal families who were living in unsafe and unhygienic conditions. Today, many of them have permanent homes with proper facilities, which has significantly improved their standard of living." "We are committed to ensuring 100 per cent saturation of eligible beneficiaries in the coming months," the officer added. Homeless people are getting homes in the hilly terrains of Bhaderwah under the PMAY. This flagship rural housing scheme has dramatically improved the lives of underprivileged families, particularly those from economically weaker sections, by fulfilling their long-held dream of owning a home. For residents like Shahdi Lal, a 66-year-old daily wage labourer from Bhaderwah, the scheme has been life-changing. Shahdi Lal told ANI, "Earlier, I had faced many problems while living in a dilapidated mud wall house with my children and family, particularly during thunderstorms and the rainy season. However, with the government's help, I have now acquired a new house under the PMAY. I thank Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the district administration for providing us with a pucca house." "At my age, it was no longer possible to build a house with my limited income as a labourer. PMAY has provided a lifeline in the form of a resilient home that withstands the severe cold. It has changed the quality of life for my family," he said. As the region continues to benefit from the focused implementation of welfare programs, Bhaderwah stands as an example of how effective governance can bring about lasting, grassroots-level transformation.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Thiruvananthapuram corporation adalat to begin today
Thiruvananthapuram: The city corporation will launch a file adalat under 'Nagarasabha Janangilekku 2.0' initiative from Monday to address pending files and public grievances. The drive, involving all zonal offices and departments, including engineering, revenue, health and PMAY, aims to provide timely legal and administrative solutions. The inaugural session will be held at Ulloor zonal office at 10am and will continue at Sreekaryam zonal office at 2pm. Mayor Arya Rajendran will inaugurate the adalat. Corporation secretary, standing committee chairpersons and departmental heads will attend. The mayor has urged the public to make use of the opportunity by attending the adalat sessions scheduled at their respective zonal offices on the specified dates and times. The adalat will conclude on Aug 4. The adalats were earlier scheduled last week, and it was postponed due to the demise of former chief minister V S Achuthanandan.
New Indian Express
5 days ago
- Business
- New Indian Express
MGNREGS job cardholders have to complete e-KYC verification within three months: Odisha minister
BHUBANESWAR: In a bid to shed the dubious distinction of having the third highest fake job cards in the country after Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, the state government has given MGNREGS cardholders three months time to complete their e-KYC verification. The move has come after Union minister of state for Rural Development Kamlesh Paswan in a reply in the Lok Sabha, revealed that Odisha has deleted over 1.44 lakh fake job cards in the last three years. State Panchayati Raj and Rural Development minister Rabi Narayan Naik, however, described the presence of fake cards as a legacy issue inherited from the previous BJD government. 'In the last one year, we have issued around 2 lakh job cards to genuine beneficiaries who were previously left out. Our government is committed to transparency and accountability. Misuse of public money will not be tolerated,' Naik said. He also said the government has been proactive in ensuring that all eligible individuals are covered under welfare schemes such as ration cards, PMAY, PM-Kisan, CM Kisan, and Subhadra Yojana. The e-KYC process, he said, will help weed out ghost entries and ineligible people who have obtained job cards to avail other government benefits. According to official data, the state has issued 66.5 lakh job cards to 1.09 crore people, of which 43.19 lakh cards are currently active. The number of active workers stands at 65.53 lakh. In his reply in the Parliament, the Union minister said that Odisha deleted 1,14,454 fake job cards in 2022-23, 22,226 cards in 2023-24, and 7,566 cards in 2024-25. 'Since the responsibility for implementing MGNREGS lies with the state governments, it is up to them to take appropriate action in cases of irregularities. This may include investigations and legal action, depending on the severity of the issue,' Paswan stated. The mandatory e-KYC for job cards comes after a similar verification exercise was undertaken to identify and remove ghost and ineligible ration cards from circulation across the state.
Hans India
6 days ago
- Hans India
Bihar: Gang arrested for cheating in the name of govt scheme, property worth crores recovered
Chapra: In a major crackdown, Jalalpur police in Bihar's Chapra on Friday arrested two individuals involved in a gang accused of cheating people under the guise of a government scheme. The gang allegedly defrauded women by posing as members of an NGO and promising benefits under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY). The arrests were made following a tip-off that during photo collection for the housing scheme, women were being asked to remove their jewellery, raising suspicions. Acting swiftly, Jalalpur police raided a village in the area and detained two suspects for questioning. During interrogation, the accused - who are siblings - confessed to being part of a cheating and fraud gang. They revealed that they impersonated NGO workers and lured women by promising approval of PMAY benefits and loans. Under the pretext of taking their photographs to verify their poverty status, they convinced the victims to remove their jewellery. Once they got an opportunity, they fled with the valuables. The duo admitted to committing similar crimes in multiple police station jurisdictions, including: Jalalpur Police Station (Case No. 67/25 and 101/25), Avatarnagar Police Station (Case No. 130/25), Madhaura Police Station (Case No. 489/25), and Gadkha Police Station (Case No. 411/28). Following this confession, a special police team was formed, leading to a series of raids. The operation resulted in the recovery of 808.31 grams of gold jewellery, 1060.10 grams of silver jewellery, and Rs 53.30 lakh in cash - assets accumulated through their criminal activities. All seized property falls under the category of illegal assets acquired through criminal activity and is subject to confiscation under Section 107 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS). The court has taken cognisance, and proceedings for confiscation have begun. The accused, Rakesh Kumar and Mukesh Kumar, sons of Shivnath Ram, and residents of Nakash Chowk, Vaishali district, have been formally arrested, and further legal action is underway. Senior Superintendent of Police, Saran, Kumar Ashish, praised the investigation team and confirmed they would be rewarded for their efforts. He also appealed to the public: "I urge all mothers, sisters, and citizens to remain cautious. Do not fall into the trap of such gangs. If you encounter such individuals, immediately inform the local police or dial 112. Stay alert, stay safe."
