Maharashtra to Legalise Small Land Parcels Under Tukdebandi Act Amendment
The Maharashtra government is set to legalise small land parcels up to one guntha in size, created in urban zones before January 1, 2025, under the Tukdebandi Act amendment. This move aims to resolve long-pending land transaction issues and help thousands of property owners regularise their holdings.
MaharashtraTukdebandi ActLand RegularisationProperty OwnersUrban ZonesReal Estate PuneOct 19, 2025
The move follows the state cabinet's approval of an amendment to the Maharashtra Prevention of Fragmentation and Consolidation of Holdings Act, 1947. The amendment will effectively remove restrictions on non-agricultural lands and regularise nearly 49 lakh fragmented land parcels across the state. The reform is designed to address long-pending land transaction issues, particularly in rapidly urbanising areas.
The amendment eliminates a restrictive clause in Section 8(b) of the Act and adds a new sub-clause to Section 9(3) to facilitate the legalisation process. A committee of senior officials from the revenue and urban development departments has prepared a standard operating procedure (SOP) to ensure a smooth and transparent regularisation process.
Despite these reforms, the revenue department continues to face significant challenges. Data from all six administrative divisions — Pune, Konkan, Nashik, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Amravati, and Nagpur — shows that the Pune division leads in the number of pending cases across both the revenue and land records departments. Over the past two years, 155,410 cases remain unresolved. In the last three months alone, the number of pending cases across the six divisions has increased by 17,413, highlighting the ongoing struggle to clear the backlog.
When asked about the issue, Bawankule stated, 'We will seek detailed information and act accordingly to address the backlog of pending cases.' The government's efforts to regularise small land parcels and streamline land transactions are expected to bring much-needed relief to property owners and contribute to the overall development of the state.
The Tukdebandi Act amendment is a significant step towards resolving land-related issues and promoting transparency in land transactions. It is anticipated that this move will not only help property owners but also boost the real estate market by providing clarity and legal recognition to small land parcels.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Tukdebandi Act amendment?
The Tukdebandi Act amendment is a reform to the Maharashtra Prevention of Fragmentation and Consolidation of Holdings Act, 1947. It aims to remove restrictions on non-agricultural lands and regularise nearly 49 lakh fragmented land parcels across the state.
What size of land plots will be granted legal status?
All land plots up to one guntha (1,089 square feet) in size, created in urban zones before January 1, 2025, will be granted legal status under the amendment.
How will this amendment benefit property owners?
The amendment will help thousands of property owners regularise their small land holdings, obtain ownership titles, seek building permissions, and end the uncertainty that has persisted for decades.
Which division leads in the number of pending cases?
The Pune division leads in the number of pending cases across both the revenue and land records departments, posing a major administrative challenge for the state government.
What is the current status of pending cases in the revenue and land records departments?
Over the past two years, 155,410 cases remain unresolved in the revenue and land records departments. In the last three months, the number of pending cases has increased by 17,413.
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