Himachal Pradesh Government Approves 30-Acre Land Transfer Exemption for Charitable Trusts
For religious, charitable trusts: 30-acre exemption under Himachal land ceiling law notified by govt
Hindustan Times
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The Himachal Pradesh government has notified an amendment allowing the transfer of up to 30 acres of land for religious and charitable purposes. This change, approved by President Droupadi Murmu, aims to facilitate the transfer of land for a hospital run by Radha Soami Satsang Beas in Bhota, resolving previous protests from the local community.
- 01The amendment allows the transfer of up to 30 acres of land for religious and charitable purposes.
- 02It was approved by President Droupadi Murmu on March 12, 2024.
- 03The change addresses a long-standing issue regarding land transfer for a hospital in Bhota, Hamirpur.
- 04Protests from local residents prompted government intervention to ensure continued hospital operations.
- 05The amendment aims to support public welfare activities conducted by the Radha Soami Satsang Beas organization.
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The Himachal Pradesh government has officially notified an amendment to the Himachal Pradesh Ceiling on Land Holdings (Amendment) Bill, 2024, allowing the transfer of land up to 30 acres for religious and charitable purposes. This amendment, which received Presidential assent from President Droupadi Murmu on March 12, 2024, is particularly significant for the Radha Soami Satsang Beas organization, which operates a 75-bed hospital on 44 acres in Bhota, Hamirpur district. The hospital management sought to transfer the land to its sister organization, the Maharaj Jagat Singh Medical Relief Society, to upgrade facilities without incurring substantial Goods and Services Tax (GST) liabilities. The amendment was prompted by protests from local residents who depended on the hospital for free treatment, leading to intervention from Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu. The amendment aims to support the organization's public welfare initiatives, including campaigns against drug abuse and the establishment of educational centers.
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This amendment ensures the continued operation of the Bhota Charitable Hospital, which provides free medical services to local residents, thereby addressing their healthcare needs.
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