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The Maharashtra government has extended its special amnesty scheme for residential Nazul land leaseholders in the Nagpur and Amravati divisions for another year, until July 31, 2026. This decision, aimed at benefiting an estimated 5,000 leaseholders in Nagpur alone, allows for the conversion of leased land into freehold ownership. The extension comes after a highly successful period where the state government's revenue surged to INR 24.65 crore in one year under a reduced 2% conversion fee, a significant increase from the INR 9 crore collected over five years at the previous 5% rate. The move is a boon for citizens seeking clear property titles and simplified transactions.
The Maharashtra state government has announced a one-year extension of its special amnesty scheme for Nazul land, offering a major reprieve to thousands of leaseholders in the Nagpur and Amravati divisions. The scheme, which permits the conversion of residential leasehold properties into permanent Class-1 ownership, will now be in effect until July 31, 2026. Advertisement
This decision was made following a review that revealed the scheme's overwhelming success, which was attributed to a reduced conversion premium of just 2% of the land's market value. This rate is a significant decrease from the earlier 5% fee. Under the more affordable rate, the state government saw its revenue from conversions skyrocket to INR 24.65 crore in a single year, compared to the INR 9 crore collected between 2019 and 2024.
The extension is expected to provide an opportunity for an additional 5,000 leaseholders in Nagpur who were unable to apply during the initial period. The state's revenue and forest departments issued an official order to implement the extension, ensuring that more citizens can benefit from the scheme. The move is seen as a progressive step towards simplifying land ownership and reducing property-related disputes.
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