Govt to regularise encroached lands of poor

Regularisation scheme to benefit thousands of underprivileged families; applications to be accepted till Dec 31

- EXPRESS NEWS SERVICE @Vijayawada

THE government has taken a significant step towards regularising encroached government lands in the State, providing relief to thousands of underprivileged families. To simplify the process, applications can now be submitted through Mee Seva Centres as well as village and ward secretariats.

This initiative aims to eliminate the need for multiple visits to government offices and ensure a transparent process, according to Revenue Department Special Chief Secretary and CCLA Chief Commissioner G Jayalakshmi.

Under Government Order No 30, the Land Regularisation Scheme 2025 has been launched. Applications will be accepted until December 31, 2025. As a key policy decision, land titles will be issued exclusively in the names of women beneficiaries. The scheme is expected to benefit a large number of landless individuals, allowing them to secure legal ownership of their occupied lands.