Tamil Nadu has transformed land record management with digital initiatives, streamlining processes like patta transfers and land boundary measurements. Previously cumbersome tasks now take minutes online, eliminating delays and corruption risks. The integration of revenue and registration department software enables instant issuance of "fulfilled pattas" and updates to encumbrance certificates upon property registration. With over 5.75 lakh instant patta issuances and 49,333 Natham Patta applications processed, the state aims for complete online coverage across 302 rural taluks. Despite challenges in sub-division transfers, ongoing improvements promise residents quicker access to vital documents and a more transparent administrative process.
Tamil Nadu is revolutionising land record management with digitisation, making it quicker and easier for residents to access crucial documents.
Previously, tasks like patta transfers (land ownership records), land boundary measurements, and obtaining village maps involved time-consuming trips to the taluk office (revenue administration unit). This often led to delays and frustration.
Now, thanks to the efforts of the survey and settlement directorate, the entire process is online. This not only saves residents valuable time but also helps reduce the risk of corruption.
The integration of software used by the revenue and registration departments has brought about significant improvements. One key outcome is the "automatic mutation" or transfer of patta for properties without subdivisions. This means that after registering a property purchase, the buyer's name is automatically updated on the patta within a minute, eliminating the need for lengthy procedures. These "fulfilled pattas" can be downloaded instantly from the government website using relevant details. Buyers even receive confirmation via SMS.
For situations involving land subdivision, the application goes to the village administrative officer or surveyor for review. However, even in these cases, pattas are issued within 30 days, ensuring a much faster turnaround time.
Madhusudhan Reddy, Director of Survey and Settlement emphasised that the impact is significant. He noted that, on average, more than 33,000 out of the 85,000 patta registrations across the state are now fulfilled with instantly issued pattas. This translates to over 5.75 lakh instant patta issuances so far. Additionally, the purchaser's name is reflected immediately on the encumbrance certificate (a document showcasing any outstanding dues on the property).
The digitisation drive doesn't stop at patta transfers. The transfer of Natham Patta (land records for agricultural land) has also been digitised since last year, with over 49,333 applications processed to date. Out of the 302 rural taluks in the state, 211 are already online, with the remaining 91 expected to be on board within the next three months, achieving complete statewide coverage.
Landowners can also benefit from the online F-Line measurement service, eliminating the need for physical visits and long waits. Applicants receive a tracking ID and updates on the status via SMS, ensuring greater transparency and accountability. Over 24,713 F-Line measurement applications have been processed since its launch in November 2023.
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