NAKSHA PROJECT
- The National Geospatial Knowledge based Land Survey of Urban Habitations (NAKSHA) is a pilot project launched by the Union Minister of Rural Development and Agriculture & Farmers, Government of India.
- It will be implemented in 152 Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) across 26 states and 3 Union Territories (UTs) in India.
- The NAKSHA project was announced in 2024 as part of the Digital India Land Records Modernization Programme (DILRMP).
- Its primary goal is to enhance the management of land records in urban areas and ensure accurate land ownership documentation.
- The total cost of the pilot project is estimated at ₹194 crore, fully funded by the Government of India.
KEY OBJECTIVES
- Creation & Update of Urban Land Records:
- NAKSHA aims to create and update urban land records to ensure the accurate and reliable documentation of land ownership.
- Empower Citizens & Reduce Disputes:
- The project will help empower citizens by providing legal documents for land ownership.
- It will reduce land-related disputes and promote transparency in land transactions.
- Enhance Urban Planning:
- Updated land records will facilitate better urban planning, improving infrastructure and service delivery in urban and semi-urban areas.
- Minimize Disputes & Ensure Accessibility:
- By ensuring accurate and easily accessible land records, NAKSHA will help minimize land disputes and conflicts.
- Support Sustainable Urban Development:
- The project will provide data to help make informed decisions regarding land use and resource allocation for sustainable urban growth.
TECHNOLOGICAL INTEGRATION
- Aerial Surveys:
- The Survey of India will conduct aerial surveys and provide orthorectified imagery to state and UT governments, which will be used for accurate mapping of urban lands.
- Web-GIS Platform:
- The Madhya Pradesh State Electronic Development Corporation (MPSEDC) will develop a Web-GIS platform to manage digital land records efficiently.
- Storage Infrastructure:
- National Informatics Centre Services Inc. (NICSI) will provide the required storage infrastructure to support the project.
- Ground Truthing:
- States and UTs will use aerial imagery to conduct field surveys and ground truthing, which will contribute to the final publication of land records.
EXPECTED OUTCOMES
- Improved Governance:
- The project is expected to enhance transparency and efficiency in land record management, contributing to better governance.
- Sustainable Urban Development:
- By enabling informed decision-making, NAKSHA will support sustainable urban development and improve planning processes.
- Significance of Digitizing Land Records:
- Empowers Citizens: By providing legal and accessible land ownership documents.
- Reduces Disputes: Legal documentation minimizes conflicts, leading to a reduction in judicial burden.
- Enhances Governance: Transparency in land records promotes effective governance and urban planning.
- Boosts Investment: Easier access to land records makes it simpler for businesses to operate, supporting cities as growth centers.
ABOUT DIGITAL INDIA LAND RECORD MANAGEMENT PLAN
- Launched: The National Land Record Modernization Programme (NLRMP) was revamped as DILRMP in 2016.
- Type: A Central Sector Scheme with 100% funding from the Government of India.
- Key Components:
- Land & Registration Computerization
- Revenue Court Digitization
- Aadhaar Integration (Voluntary)
- Extension: The program’s tenure has been extended from 2021 to 2026 for five more years.
KEY INITIATIVES & ACHIEVEMENTS
- Unique Land Parcel Identification Number (ULPIN) or Bhu-Aadhar
- BHOOMI SAMMAN
Achievements under DILRMP:
- 95% of Records of Rights (RoR) have been digitized.
- 68% of cadastral maps have been digitized.
- 95% of land registrations have been computerized.
CONCLUSION
The NAKSHA project is a significant initiative under the Digital India Land Records Modernization Programme (DILRMP). By digitizing urban land records, it will improve governance, reduce land disputes, and support sustainable urban development. This pilot project is expected to lay the foundation for a nationwide rollout, ultimately improving transparency and making it easier for citizens and businesses to interact with the land record system.
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