Mumbai, May 7: Maharashtra’s Revenue Minister, Chandrashekhar Bawankule, announced on Wednesday that land records in villages incorporated into municipal councils and corporations will now be converted into property cards, effectively phasing out the existing 7/12 land records.
This initiative aims to benefit residents in newly urbanized areas and simplify land administration. The minister explained that when a village or rural area becomes part of a municipal corporation or council, the nature of the land shifts from agricultural to non-agricultural or urban use. He stated, “In such cases, replacing the 7/12 land records with property cards is legally more appropriate and convenient.”
The state government is set to issue an order to implement this decision across Maharashtra soon. Officials indicated that this move will streamline land administration in areas affected by urban expansion.
The minister has instructed the revenue department to initiate the process of discontinuing 7/12 records in these regions and to prepare and distribute property cards to eligible landowners.
This change will facilitate property transactions, as property cards are recognized as a clear and standardized proof of ownership in urban areas. Officials noted that it will also reduce difficulties in obtaining bank loans, as discrepancies in land records often cause delays.
Moreover, this transition will help unify the land record system and minimize disputes arising from dual arrangements.
In related news, three new automated tube labeling and barcoding systems have been successfully installed at Tata Memorial Hospital. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced that this project was implemented under corporate social responsibility initiatives.
The chief minister explained that this automated system will label and barcode samples independently, significantly reducing the likelihood of human error. He stated, “This technology will enhance the accuracy of tests and improve patient safety, making hospital operations faster and more organized.”
According to officials, precision and timely action are crucial in treating serious illnesses like cancer. This system will eliminate issues such as sample mix-ups, delays, and misidentifications, providing doctors with more reliable reports and expediting treatment processes.
This new technology will also help align the hospital’s laboratory system with international standards. The chief minister emphasized that such improvements in the health sector through CSR will play a vital role in delivering better medical services in the future.
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