Key Rules You Must Know (Section 63 – MTAL Act)
Only Registered Farmers Can Buy Agricultural Land
– You must be a certified agriculturist from Maharashtra or any other Indian state to purchase agricultural land.
Non-Farmers Cannot Directly Purchase Agri Land
– Buying, leasing, or acquiring agricultural land is prohibited for non-agriculturists.
Exceptions Under Section 63-1A
– Non-farmers may buy agricultural land only for:
✔ Industrial purposes
✔ Special township projects
✔ With special permission from the Collector or State Government
NA Conversion Option
– Non-farmers can acquire the land after converting it to NA (Non-Agricultural) land for:
✔ Residential
✔ Industrial
✔ Commercial use
Official Approval Required
– NA conversion requires a formal process and approval by the SDO or Collector.
Unauthorised Conversion is Illegal
– As per Section 44 of the Maharashtra Land Revenue Code, any illegal land-use conversion leads to penalties.
Special Project Exemptions
– Government-approved industrial and township projects allow land transfer to non-agriculturists legally.
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