land acquisition

Punjab Cabinet Enhances Benefits and Plot Entitlements for Landowners During Land Acquisition

Punjab Cabinet Enhances Benefits and Plot Entitlements for Landowners During Land Acquisition

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Punjab Cabinet, under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, has approved significant amendments to the existing land acquisition policy, introducing a sweeping range of relief measures and enhanced plot entitlements for landowners across the state. The decision, aimed at addressing the long-standing concerns of small farmers and local stakeholders, was finalized during a meeting of the Council of Ministers in Chandigarh. The administrative modifications seek to streamline the compensation process and offer competitive benefits to individuals whose properties are acquired for state developmental projects. According to a detailed release from the Chief Minister’s Office,…
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Punjab Scraps Land Pooling Policy Amid Ongoing Debate

Punjab Scraps Land Pooling Policy Amid Ongoing Debate

Chandigarh, Aug 11, 2025: In a major policy reversal, the Punjab government on Monday formally announced the withdrawal of its Land Pooling Policy.The announcement was made without providing specific reasons, though officials indicated that more details would follow. The decision comes as discussions continue over land acquisition methods and urban development models in the state.The Land Pooling Policy, initially introduced to facilitate land acquisition for infrastructure and development projects, had drawn mixed reactions from farmers, landowners, and real estate stakeholders. Critics questioned its long-term impact on land rights, while supporters saw it as a streamlined approach to urban expansion.With the…
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