Delhi's New Property Ownership Policy to Benefit 50 Lakh Residents
Delhi eases property ownership norms in unauthorised colonies; 50 lakh residents to benefit
The Economic Times
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The Indian government has introduced a revised property ownership policy for residents of unauthorized colonies in Delhi, simplifying the process for approximately 50 lakh residents. The new rules eliminate layout plan requirements and allow online applications starting April 24 through the PM-UDAY portal.
- 01The revised policy simplifies property ownership for residents in 1,511 unauthorized colonies.
- 02Residents can apply online for ownership rights starting April 24 via the PM-UDAY portal.
- 03Around 50 lakh residents are expected to benefit from the new regulations.
- 04The Revenue Department will now issue conveyance deeds, replacing the previous system managed by the Delhi Development Authority.
- 05The new Transit Oriented Development policy aims to alleviate traffic congestion and support housing needs.
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The Indian government has launched a revised property regularisation policy for unauthorized colonies in Delhi, significantly easing the process for residents. The new 'as is where is' framework removes the requirement for layout plans for registering existing buildings in 1,511 of the 1,731 unauthorized colonies. This change is expected to benefit approximately 50 lakh residents. Applications for ownership can be submitted online via the PM-UDAY (Pradhan Mantri - Unauthorised Colonies in Delhi Awas Adhikar Yojana) portal starting April 24. The Revenue Department will now issue conveyance deeds, streamlining the process that was previously managed by the Delhi Development Authority. Authorities aim to issue these deeds within 45 days of application. Additionally, a new Transit Oriented Development policy has been introduced to address urban planning challenges, including traffic congestion, while supporting housing needs in the capital.
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The new policy will simplify property ownership for residents in unauthorized colonies, allowing them to secure legal rights and undertake construction more easily.
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