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The Punjab Cabinet has approved a new Land Pooling Policy aimed at facilitating urban development without forcibly acquiring land. Announced by Cabinet Minister Aman Arora, the policy gives landowners three choices: transfer land to the government, partner with private developers, or undertake development themselves. The first phase will launch in 27 major cities across Punjab. Under the scheme, landowners surrendering one acre will receive a developed 1,000-square-yard residential plot and a 200-square-yard commercial plot. Those contributing nine acres can reclaim three acres for group housing projects. The policy, chaired by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, is positioned as a transparent, fair approach to land use planning. The government aims to counter opposition criticism by ensuring clear communication and effective implementation.
The Punjab Cabinet recently gave its approval to the Land Pooling Policy, with Cabinet Minister Aman Arora asserting that no land would be taken forcibly from landowners. The decision was taken at a meeting held in Chandigarh and chaired by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. Advertisement
Soon after the meeting, Arora addressed the media and criticised opposition parties for allegedly spreading misinformation about the Land Pooling Policy. Arora maintained that the newly approved policy was unparalleled in its fairness-not only within Punjab but across the country. He stated that landowners had three options: they could hand over their land to the government, transfer it to a private builder, or take charge of developing the land themselves.
The minister further elaborated that the first phase of implementation would roll out in 27 major cities across Punjab. Under the terms of the policy, a landowner surrendering one acre of land would receive a fully developed 1,000-square-yard residential plot along with a 200-square-yard commercial plot in return. Additionally, Arora mentioned that those contributing nine acres of land would be eligible to receive three acres for group housing development-effectively returning one-third of the pooled land to its original owner.
The administration has clearly sought to distinguish itself from previous regimes, positioning this policy as a reform-oriented and pro-people initiative. Whether it will gain wider acceptance depends largely on effective communication and transparent execution in the coming months.
Source - PTI
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