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Odisha recorded 7,037 flat registrations over the past three years, reflecting a gradual move towards formal housing transactions and improved compliance. Registrations peaked in 2024 with 4,712 units before dropping sharply to 593 in 2025 due to stricter verification and enforcement. The government linked the decline to tighter scrutiny of developers and documentation. Khurda district accounted for the majority of registrations, while several regions saw limited activity. Ongoing reforms, including digitisation of land records and enforcement of apartment laws, are expected to improve transparency and stabilise registrations going forward.
Odisha has recorded a total of 7,037 flat registrations over the past three years, as informed by Revenue Minister Suresh Pujari in the state assembly. The data reflects a gradual shift towards formal property ownership and improved tracking of real estate transactions across the state. Advertisement
Year-wise figures show that 1,732 flats were registered in 2023, followed by a sharp increase to 4,712 units in 2024. However, registrations dropped significantly to 593 in 2025. This variation highlights both increased compliance during one phase and the impact of stricter regulatory enforcement in the following period.
Officials indicated that the rise in 2024 was supported by better awareness among homebuyers and improved adherence to registration processes. Many buyers moved to complete pending registrations as systems became more streamlined. In contrast, the decline in 2025 was linked to tighter checks on documentation, stricter scrutiny of projects and action taken against irregularities in the system.
The government explained that flat registration is essential for ensuring legal ownership and protecting buyers rights under the Odisha Apartment (Ownership and Management) Act, 2023. The law requires developers to meet defined conditions, including clear land titles, approved building plans and proper declarations before selling or registering flats.
Khurda district, which includes Bhubaneswar, recorded the highest number of registrations during the three-year period, driven by higher urban housing demand. Puri also reported consistent activity, while several other districts saw minimal or no registrations, indicating uneven real estate development across regions.
Authorities further stated that the drop in registrations was also due to increased scrutiny of developers. Several projects faced delays as builders did not meet statutory requirements such as occupancy certificates, land ownership clarity and compliance with apartment laws. This led to a slowdown in the registration pipeline.
To improve the system, the state initiated administrative measures including stricter monitoring of sub-registrar offices, action against officials involved in procedural lapses and the introduction of systems such as CCTV surveillance and online appointment processes. These steps were aimed at reducing manual intervention and improving accountability.
In addition, Odisha has been strengthening its land record systems through digitisation and integration with platforms such as Bhulekh. The government is also focusing on time-bound service delivery to reduce delays and disputes related to property ownership. These efforts are expected to support a more transparent and efficient registration process in the coming years.
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