In a significant move aimed at cutting red tape and enhancing transparency, the Uttar Pradesh government led by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is set to digitise key land-related administrative processes. The initiative seeks to transform how residents handle land title changes and mutation requests, moving them entirely to an online platform.
Digital Portal to Replace Physical Rounds
The state administration is collaborating with the National Informatics Centre (NIC) to develop a dedicated web portal. This platform will manage applications filed under various sections, such as Section 34 for land title mutation and Section 80 for change in land usage. The goal is to create a transparent ecosystem for citizens who currently have to navigate the offices of sub-registrars.
The deadline for rolling out these digital services is February 28. Once operational, the system is expected to benefit lakhs of stakeholders across Uttar Pradesh, including farmers, property owners, residents, and entrepreneurs. They will no longer need to make multiple visits to stamp and registration department offices to complete their paperwork.
How the New System Will Work
A senior officer explained the new process: "All formalities and paperwork would have to be done through the digital platform. The system will generate a response if any attention is required to process an application." The portal is designed to provide applicants with real-time updates and clear requirements.
The key features of the online system will include:
- Display of the current status of land title.
- Access to past transaction records.
- Information on any existing disputes or necessary clearances.
- Clarity on which administrative level an application is pending at.
- A detailed list of documents required for final clearance.
Inter-Departmental Coordination for Success
To ensure the portal functions with accurate data, the Stamp and Registration Department and the Board of Revenue are coordinating closely. Their joint effort involves extracting detailed land records to provide a verified digital copy to the service provider managing the platform. This backend integration is crucial for the system's reliability and effectiveness.
This push for technology-based solutions marks a major step in the state's governance reforms. By digitising these critical processes, the government aims to reduce delays, minimise human interface—and potential corruption—and provide a more efficient, user-friendly service to its citizens. The success of this initiative could set a benchmark for other states in modernising land administration.
