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What is RERA & How It Protects Land Buyers?Maharashtra Tables Bill to Remove Non-Farm Use Certificate Requirement for Conversion of Agricultural Land
The Maharashtra government has made a substantial step toward streamlining land-use procedures. During the winter session, Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule presented the long-standing requirement of a non-farm use certificate called Sanad to the Legislative Assembly.
What Is Being Changed?
Until now, landowners in the state seeking to convert agricultural land into non-agricultural use had to navigate a multi-layered approval process. Even after securing the necessary non-agricultural (NA) permission, they still needed to obtain a Sanad — a legal certificate issued by revenue authorities — before legally developing or selling the land. This added layer often resulted in delays, higher costs, and bureaucratic hassles for ordinary landowners.
Under the Maharashtra Land Revenue Code (Second Amendment) Bill, 2025, the requirement to obtain this Sanad will be completely eliminated. Instead, landowners will be required to pay a one-time nominal premium based on the Ready Reckoner rate to regularise the change in land use. The new structure is as follows:
- Up to 1,000 sq. metres: 0.1% of the Ready Reckoner value
- 1,001 to 4,000 sq. metres: 0.25% of the Ready Reckoner value
- Above 4,001 sq. metres: 0.5% of Ready Reckoner value
This premium replaces the need for the Sanad, making the process simpler and more predictable for landowners.
Why This Matters
For decades, the Sanad certificate was seen as a bureaucratic bottleneck that slowed down land conversion and deterred investment and development. Even after earlier reforms between 2014 and 2018 relaxed the NA permission requirement, the Sanad remained a hurdle. The new amendment aims to eliminate that final administrative barrier.
Benefits for Citizens and Landowners
The reform is expected to have several practical benefits:
- Faster Approvals: Land use change will be processed more quickly without the need for a separate Sanad certificate.
- Reduced Costs: With a predictable premium based on Ready Reckoner rates, landowners can better plan their finances without multiple fees.
- Encourages Development: Simplified rules are likely to encourage more residential and commercial development, particularly in peri-urban and rural areas.
- Ease of Doing Business: By cutting red tape, Maharashtra is aligning its land administration with broader national goals of improving the business environment.
Government Assurances
The state government has clarified that the removal of the Sanad requirement will not impact the revenue of local self-governing bodies — such as municipal corporations and panchayats — which will continue to receive their share of taxes and fees as before.
What Happens Next?
The bill has been tabled in the Assembly and must be passed by both houses of the state legislature and receive the Governor’s assent before becoming law. If enacted, it would mark one of the most significant simplifications of land conversion procedures in the state in recent years.
Maharashtra to Launch Unified Land Management Platform for Revenue Services
A Unified Land Management Platform (ULMP) will be implemented by the Maharashtra government to expedite land related procedures and revenue services throughout the state. The aim of this digital project is to create a single, easily navigable platform that will house various land records, revenue, and registration services.
Land records, revenue, and registration & stamp duty services are currently handled by different systems that citizens must navigate, which frequently causes delays and confusion. These systems will be integrated by the ULMP, offering a smooth experience for registering heirs, accessing land documents, monitoring application statuses, and getting advice on required paperwork and processes.
The platform, which was created by the National Informatics Centre (NIC), is anticipated to increase efficiency, decrease paperwork, and improve transparency for both citizens and public servants.
With the ULMP, Maharashtra aims to set a benchmark for digital governance by providing a land management service delivery model that is more open, effective, and user friendly for citizens.
Three bungalows near Lonavala, a well-known hill station close to Mumbai, are up for sale, and the RBI has opened bids. The properties have a combined reserve price of ₹6.65 crore, and prospective purchasers must deposit ₹10 lakh as earnest money.
Originally used as vacation rentals for RBI employees, these bungalows are located on more than 3,800 square meters of freehold land. Every bungalow is a ground-plus-one building. The properties are available for inspection by potential purchasers until September 8, 2025, and the deadline for submitting a bid is September 9, 2025.
The sale will be conducted on an “as is, where is” basis, and buyers will be responsible for clearing any pending taxes. Cushman & Wakefield India has been appointed as the property consultant to manage the sealed-bid process.
Lonavala continues to be a preferred destination for second homes, attracting investors from Mumbai, Pune, Gujarat, and NRIs. With prices as high as ₹15,000 per square foot, the area is renowned for its opulent villas and bungalows. Celebrities also favor the area's upscale real estate, underscoring its allure as a posh getaway.
Godrej Properties Acquires 7.8 Acre Land in Hyderabad for ₹547.75 Crore
Through an e-auction, Godrej Properties Ltd (GPL) successfully purchased a 7.825-acre land parcel in Hyderabad for ₹547.75 crore. The Telangana Housing Board carried out the acquisition, and the property was situated in the city's coveted residential district of Kukatpally (KPHB).
The site is ideally situated for high-end residential development due to its excellent road connectivity. Godrej Properties plans to use this property to increase its presence in Hyderabad's burgeoning real estate market.
The auction highlights the rising demand for residential plots in the city, with the land fetching a substantial price reflecting the ongoing upward trend in Hyderabad’s real estate sector. In order to maintain a balance between high-end development and social responsibility, the auction's proceeds will also go toward affordable housing projects funded by state programs.
Through this acquisition, Godrej Properties reaffirms its dedication to building premium residential projects in strategic urban areas and expands its footprint in Hyderabad.
The battle for control of Lavasa Corporation has intensified, with Valor Estates emerging as the top bidder after creditors allowed revised offers and extended the resolution timeline.
In the third round of bidding, Valor Estates offered ₹946 crore (NPV), outpacing rivals. The Welspun–Ashdan consortium followed with a bid of ₹845 crore (NPV), while the Yogayatan Group submitted an updated offer of ₹830 crore (NPV) despite earlier objections to bid revisions.
While Valor holds the highest bid, the Welspun consortium scored strongly on the evaluation matrix due to higher upfront cash, stronger institutional backing, and execution credibility.
The extended timeline has reinvigorated the resolution process, but challenges remain. There may be delays as a result of the Yogayatan Group's petition to the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) challenging the lenders' decision to accept new bids.
Once intended to be India's first planned hill city, Lavasa has long been mired in debt, hampered by regulations, and seen its development stall. Its ownership and chances of revival will be determined by the outcome of this bidding war.
Shendra Bidkin Industrial Area Approves New Land Allotments, Driving Growth and Jobs
The Shendra-Bidkin Industrial Area, part of the Aurangabad Industrial City (AURIC), has approved new land allotments that are set to boost industrial development, attract fresh investments, and generate employment opportunities in the region.
The latest approvals are expected to bring in investments of over ₹200 crore while creating nearly 1,000 new jobs. The projects span across sectors such as food processing, paper products, engineering, electronics, and metal casting—reflecting the area’s appeal to a diverse mix of industries.
Authorities evaluated proposals based on parameters like feasibility, land requirements, turnover, and expansion potential before granting allotments under priority and expansion categories. This open strategy guarantees that initiatives that support industrial diversification and sustainable growth receive the funding they require.
As the first greenfield smart industrial city in India, AURIC is enhancing its standing as a centre for contemporary, environmentally responsible, and carefully thought-out industrial development. The latest round of allotments further positions Shendra-Bidkin as a catalyst for regional economic growth, sustainability, and job creation.
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