Telangana plans to complete resurvey of lands in one-and-a-half years
Pilot project covering villages not included in revenue maps to be completed by November end
The Telangana government has announced plans to complete a comprehensive land resurvey across the state within one-and-a-half years. To ensure the quality of the process, 14 officials — two from each of the seven zones — will be appointed from the Revenue and Survey departments for constant supervision. These officers will monitor the resurvey and provide recommendations as needed. A pilot project to survey villages not listed on revenue maps will be completed by the end of the period.
Minister for Revenue Ponguleti Srinivasa Reddy reviewed the department's readiness to undertake the resurvey, which has not been conducted in nearly 125 years. The meeting discussed measures to make the resurvey efficient, effective, and transparent. Emphasis will be placed on constant monitoring to avoid any shortcomings. Officials are expected to conduct the process responsibly, aiming for a permanent resolution to land disputes.
Survey teams will consist of a licensed surveyor, gram panchayat officer, deputy tehsildar or revenue inspector, and other staff. They will be assigned to conduct the resurvey in at least two villages in each mandal. The department will maintain an exclusive dashboard to record village-wise progress daily, including details about survey teams' locations, the use of specialized rovers, and any issues encountered.
The government has allocated funds for the resurvey and is prepared to release additional funds for purchasing more rovers if required. The Minister cautioned against collecting money from people in the name of the survey, warning that stringent action would be taken against those found guilty of inconveniencing the public.
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