Delhi Government to Introduce Major Reforms in Property Registration System to Boost Transparency and Efficiency
मुख्य बातें
- •Delhi government to replace manual property registration with a centralized digital platform integrated with national land records systems.
- •Aadhaar and biometric authentication to be made mandatory for all property transactions to curb fraud and impersonation.
- •Stamp duty payments to be accepted only through digital modes to enhance transparency and traceability.
- •Full rollout expected within 12–18 months; phased implementation to begin in the next financial year.
- •Deputy CM Manish Sisodia highlights the reform as a step toward a corruption-free, citizen-centric administration.
The Delhi government has announced a comprehensive overhaul of the state’s property registration system aimed at improving transparency, reducing delays, and curbing fraudulent practices. The initiative, spearheaded by the Revenue Department, is expected to be rolled out in phases starting from the next financial year, with full implementation targeted within 12–18 months.
Under the new system, all property registrations will be processed through a centralized digital platform, replacing the current manual and fragmented process. The platform will integrate with the Delhi Land Records Modernization Programme (DLRMP) and the national land records digitization initiative, ensuring real-time verification of ownership, encumbrances, and transaction details. Officials have stated that this will eliminate the need for physical visits to sub-registrar offices, significantly reducing processing time from days to potentially minutes.
