Delhi: L&DO to Restart Leasehold to Freehold Conversion, New Rates from 2026

• Delhi's L&DO will restart the leasehold to freehold property conversion process, stalled for nearly three years.
• Conversion fees, land use charges, and ground rent will be based on Delhi government's 2014 circle rates from January 1, 2026.
• Thousands of property owners in areas like Defence Colony, Chittaranjan Park, and Lajpat Nagar will benefit.
• The Delhi High Court had previously reprimanded L&DO for delays in processing 246 pending applications.
• Freehold offers full ownership, easier sale/transfer, higher market value, and fewer legal issues compared to leasehold.

Why It Matters: Delhi's L&DO restarts leasehold to freehold conversion using 2014 circle rates from Jan 2026, benefiting many.