State Govt's Big Move: Independent Valuation to Fast-Track Land Acquisition

• State government mandates independent valuation of properties (trees, crops, wells) within a fixed period after joint land measurement.
• Decision aims to expedite land acquisition for various development projects stalled due to delays.
• Each district will establish an independent valuation committee chaired by the District Collector, including officers from Revenue, Agriculture, and PWD.
• Valuation committee meeting mandatory within seven days of joint measurement to finalize property values.
• Expected to ensure timely land availability, accelerate infrastructure projects, and control rising project costs.