SVAMITVA Scheme 2024 : Online Registration & Benefits

The Government of India has launched a Central Sector Scheme of Ministry of Panchayati Raj for integrated survey of properties in rural India with the help of drone (unmanned aircraft) technology. The Government of India has launched the scheme under the name of SVAMITVA Scheme. To receive more information about the Central Sector scheme, interested candidates should go through the official website at https://svamitva.nic.in/. Further in this article we will provide you the detailed description about the Scheme including Key Highlights, Objectives, Benefits & Features, Eligibility Criteria, Required Documents, Registration Procedure for SVAMITVA Scheme, etc.

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About SVAMITVA Scheme

Ministry of Panchayati Raj, The Government of India, Hon’ble Prime Minister of India Sri Narendra Damodar Das Modi has launched SVAMITVA Scheme on 24 April 2020 as 24 April is known as the National Panchayat Day in India. SVAMITVA stands for Survey of Villages Abadi and Mapping with Improvised Technology In Village Areas. The scheme is launched for integrated survey of properties in rural India with the help of drone (unmanned aircraft) technology. The marking of the boundaries of rural abadi areas will be done with the help of Drone Surveying Technology to provide the ‘record of rights’ to owners owning the houses in inhabited rural areas in villages. The survey under this scheme will be done in a span of four years. The total estimated budget is approximately Rs. 200 Crore (from the initial estimated Rs. 79.65 Crore in 2020).

Key Highlights Of SVAMITVA Scheme

Name of the Article	SVAMITVA Scheme
Launched By	Ministry of Panchayati Raj, The Government of India, Hon’ble Prime Minister of India Sri Narendra Damodar Das Modi
Beneficiary	Citizens of India
Benefits	Creation of accurate land records for rural planning and reduce property related disputes
Objective	To bring financial stability to the citizens in rural India by enabling them to use their property as a financial asset for taking loans and other financial benefits
State	All states of India
Year	2024
Mode of Transfer	DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer)
Form of Benefit	Accuracy in Land Records
Hosting Site	NIC (National Informatics Center)
Mode of Application	Online
Official Website	https://svamitva.nic.in/

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Objectives Of SVAMITVA Scheme

The objectives of the SVAMITVA Scheme are as follows:

• The primary objective of launching theSurvey of Villages Abadi and Mapping with Improvised Technology In Village Areas Scheme is to bring financial stability to the citizens in rural India by enabling them to use their property as a financial asset for taking loans and other financial benefits.
• The aim of the scheme is to determine property tax, which would increase to the Gram Panchayats (GPs) directly in States where it is devolved or else, add to the State exchequer.

Benefits & Features Of SVAMITVA Scheme

Here are some benefits & features of SVAMITVA Scheme, which are as follows:

• Under this scheme the creation of accurate land records for rural planning and reduce property related disputes will be there.
• Creation of survey infrastructure and GIS maps that can be leveraged by any department for their use.
• The Government of India will support in preparation of better-quality Gram Panchayat Development Plan (GPDP) by making use of GIS maps.
• The scheme will provide personal Rights to the Village Household Owner.
• The Survey of Villages Abadi and Mapping with Improvised Technology In Village Areas Scheme will reduce property disputes and legal cases.
• The scheme will allow the determination of Property Tax.
• Better GPDP – Leveraging GIS Database/ Maps Created for Better Planning and Execution of Plans.

Eligibility Criteria

To avail the benefits under SVAMITVA Scheme, candidates should fulfil these eligibility criteria:

• The applicant must be permanent resident of India.
• The applicant should have a property in rural inhabited (Abadi) area.

Required Documents

To avail the benefits of the SVAMITVA Scheme, candidates should have these following documents:

• Aadhar Card
• Residence Certificate
• Identity Proof of the Property Owners
• Proof of Ownership of the Property Owners
• Any other documents as required by the Revenue Officials
• Passport Size Photograph
• Mobile Number
• Email ID

Offline Application Procedure For SVAMITVA Scheme

To apply for SVAMITVA Scheme, please follow the below mentioned steps:

Pre-Survey Activities

• Permission is needed to conduct the survey, followed by organizing a Gram Sabha to inform villagers about the schedule, methodology and benefits.
• Identification, marking and delineation of properties, including government assets, Gram Sabha land parcels, individual properties, roads and open plots are carried out.
• Public notification is issued for the survey area, along with obtaining permission for drone flights.

Survey Activities

• The CORS network is established and ground control points will be set up.
• Drone images will be acquired, processed and used for generating digital maps.

Post Survey Activities

• An inquiry/objection process is initiated to verify land parcel ownership, resolve disputes and issue property cards to village household owners.
• Regular record updates and storage maintenance are ensured alongside training and capacity-building for government officials involved under the scheme.

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