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Understanding Vahivat (Vahiwat) in Indian Land RecordsPCMC to Publish Red-Zone Map Around Defence Establishments — Relief for 4,000 Property Owners Soon
The PCMC is set to release an official “red-zone” map next week, which will clearly demarcate areas around two sensitive defence establishments — the Ordnance Factory Dehu Road (ammunition depot) and the Dighi Magazine Depot — where construction and development will be prohibited under the Works of Defence Act, 1903.
What is the Red Zone and Why It Matters
Under the proposed plan:
- A 2,000-yard radius around the Dehu Road ordnance depot.
- A 1,200-yard radius around the Dighi Magazine Depot.
Inside these zones, construction and new development will be prohibited — a regulation meant to uphold security and safety around defence assets.
Who Will Be Affected
The red-zone designation is expected to directly impact around 4,000 properties — both residential and commercial — that currently fall within the buffer zones of these depots.
Localities likely to be affected include (but are not limited to) Talawade, Nigdi, Ravet, Chikhali, Dighi, Bhosari, Yamuna Nagar, Rupi Nagar, Vadmukhwadi, and Bopkhel, among others.
For many residents and property owners, the new map brings long-awaited clarity. With unclear boundaries until now, there has been persistent confusion and concern over legal construction permissions.
Why the Map Was Needed
The process to draw accurate red-zone boundaries began after the state’s land-records department conducted a survey, employing satellite imagery to map the zones. The exercise was completed recently, and PCMC has spent over ₹1.13 crore for land measurement and mapping for the Dehu Road and Dighi areas.
The updated map was submitted to PCMC on 31 July 2025, according to civic-body officials.
However, publication has been delayed because the map must first be vetted by the defence authorities to ensure that no sensitive installations are exposed publicly.
What This Means for Residents and Property Owners
Once released, the map will:
- Clearly inform which properties lie inside the red zone (where construction is prohibited) and which lie outside (eligible for development).
- Provide long-awaited clarity for home-buyers, developers, and existing residents — helping avoid legal disputes over building permissions.
- Help civic authorities regulate illegal or unauthorised constructions that have proliferated over the decades due to boundary ambiguity.
An official from PCMC’s Town Planning Department, Kishor Gokhale, stated that the map has already been shared with defence authorities and they expect to receive a response within “the next four to five days,” after which the map will be made public.
Source- TOI
PMC’s Bharat Mandapam Plan in Lohgaon Raises Transparency Concern
A proposed development of a “Bharat Mandapam” has been announced by the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC), involving the allocation of a substantial 27 acres of land that was meant for public amenities in Lohgaon. This has stirred a debate among locals and activists regarding a possible lack of transparency.
Under the existing Development Plan, land use in Lohgaon was allocated for public utilities such as roads, gardens, hospitals, parking, and open spaces. The PMC proposal would shift this land use for the new “Bharat Mandapam” project, raising questions about what would happen for future needs.
The civic body has called for public suggestions for the plan, which has to reach them by December 28. However, many citizen forums and organisations feel that not many details are being shared for this purpose. Activists are now demanding that PMC share complete project documents in the public domain before citizens can finalise their objections and suggestions for the same.
Moreover, some critics have attributed any possible failure of infrastructure development to the cancellation of civic amenity sites. This may particularly happen in a region where development is taking place at a rapid rate.
As the debate goes on, the citizens, as well as activist groups, continue to call for an extension of the period of consultation.
Maharashtra to Appoint Licensed Private Surveyors to Complete Land Measurement Work within 30 Days
The government of the Indian state, Maharashtra, has declared that it will employ authorised private land surveyors to complete land measurements within 30 days, which is considerably shorter than the earlier period of 90 to 120 days. Notably, it can be said that this move will bring about a landmark change in land administration. Notably, this move in land administration will help significantly lessen pending land measurement cases.
Clearing the Backlog with Speed and Technology
Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule described the move as “a revolutionary step in the history of the department. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has supported the initiative as part of broader reforms to strengthen land governance through technology and citizen-centric systems.
Government verification ensures that the data is correct.
The actual fieldwork will be done by private surveyors, whose measurements will be verified and signed by senior government functionaries at the level of Taluka Land Records Inspectors, Deputy Superintendents of Land Records, or City Survey Officers. This two-tier verification is a fast track that ensures correct and legally valid land measurement results.
The deployment of about 150 private surveyors in each district was a plan to support the rollout of this by the government, extending the survey capacity and solving the shortage of government survey staff that slows operations.
Broader Vision: More Transparent Land Records
The policy is also expected to support a long-term shift in how land transactions are handled. Officials are exploring a “measure first, register later” approach—where land is surveyed before a sale deed is executed and mutation entries are made. This will help prevent disputes caused by discrepancies between the sale deed descriptions and actual on-ground boundaries.
Effects on Investors and Citizens
Landowners, farmers, developers, and constructors are among those who will greatly benefit from the reform. Fast measurement services will
- Speed up real estate transactions
- Decrease border-related legal disputes
- Enhance trust in land records.
Conclusion
The state of Maharashtra is also proceeding with the modernisation of its land administration system by incorporating private certified surveyors for land measurement, with a defined 30-day timeframe to complete the task. The move not only seeks to clear past arrears but will also enhance convenience in matters concerning land.
In order to support Pune's expanding logistics ecosystem, Welspun ONE has announced plans to build a massive logistics park in Talegaon, Pune, with a total investment of ₹550 crore.
Location of the Project: Talegaon, Pune
Talegaon, a major industrial and logistics hub close to Pune, is perfect for contemporary warehousing infrastructure because it has excellent highway connectivity and is close to manufacturing clusters.
Investment & Development Scope
The ₹550 crore investment will go into building a state-of-the-art logistics park with advanced warehousing, efficient logistics infrastructure, and scalable facilities for large occupiers.
Purpose of the Logistics Park
The project aims to meet rising demand from e-commerce, manufacturing, and third-party logistics companies seeking efficient supply chain solutions in Western India.
Economic & Regional Impact
The development is expected to:
Boost regional employment
Support industrial growth
Enhance Pune’s position as a logistics and distribution hub
Impact on Land & Real Estate
Large logistics investments typically increase demand for industrial land and warehouse-ready plots in nearby areas, potentially driving long-term land value appreciation around Talegaon.
Maharashtra Cabinet Abolishes Colonial-Era Non-Agricultural Tax, But Uncertainty Persists
The Maharashtra government’s recent decision to abolish the Non-Agricultural (NA) tax has been welcomed across urban housing societies. However, despite the cabinet approval, the lack of formal implementation has led to widespread confusion among residents and managing committees.
What Is the Non-Agricultural (NA) Tax?
NA tax is a colonial-era levy imposed on land converted from agricultural to non-agricultural use.
It applies to residential and commercial properties built on such land.
Housing societies pay this tax in addition to the regular property tax, which can lead to double taxation.
Cabinet Decision to Abolish NA Tax
The elimination of the NA tax on urban residential properties has been approved by the Maharashtra Cabinet.
The goal of the action is to lessen housing societies' financial burden.
The ruling is viewed as a step in the direction of doing away with unnecessary and antiquated taxes.
Lack of Government Resolution Causes Confusion
No formal Government Resolution (GR) has been issued, despite cabinet approval.
Without a GR, local revenue departments lack clear instructions.
Housing societies are uncertain about whether the tax has been abolished in practice
Housing Societies Still Receiving Tax Notices
Several housing societies, especially in cities like Mumbai and Pune, continue to receive NA tax demands.
Some societies are paying the tax to avoid penalties and legal complications.
Others have chosen to withhold payment, awaiting official clarification.
Impact on Residents and Managing Committees
Managing committees are caught between compliance and the anticipation of exemption.
Fear of fines, interest, or legal action adds to the anxiety.
Residents remain unsure about future refunds or adjustments.
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.
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