PM Modi Distributes Over 65 Lakh Property Cards, Empowering Rural India Under SVAMITVA Scheme
New Delhi [India], January 18: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has distributed more than 65 lakh property cards to rural property owners as part of the transformative SVAMITVA scheme, aimed at empowering rural households across ten states and two Union Territories.
The PM SVAMITVA Scheme Program, held in Ahmedabad, also saw the participation of BJP National President and Union Minister JP Nadda. Nadda emphasized the government’s continuous efforts under Prime Minister Modi’s leadership to empower marginalized communities, particularly in rural areas. He highlighted that the focus of the government’s policies has been on uplifting the most vulnerable sections of society, including the poor, Dalits, women, youth, and farmers.
“The empowerment of the common man, especially those from villages, the poor, Dalits, exploited sections, and others, has been at the heart of the Modi government’s vision,” Nadda said during the event. “The SVAMITVA scheme is a testament to our commitment to uplifting the rural population by ensuring property rights in thousands of villages.”
The SVAMITVA scheme, launched by PM Modi on April 24, 2020 (National Panchayati Raj Day), aims to transform rural India by providing a ‘Record of Rights’ to households in rural areas. Utilizing advanced drone technology for surveying, the initiative is creating accurate and clear ownership records for properties in rural areas, reducing land disputes, and enhancing the ease of property transactions.
As of now, the scheme has expanded its reach to over 3 lakh villages, with complete drone surveys conducted in states like Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and several Union Territories, including Puducherry, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Tripura, Goa, Uttarakhand, and Haryana. These efforts have helped provide transparent ownership details, allowing rural landowners to access institutional credit and benefit from better planning and property taxation in their regions.
The impact of the SVAMITVA scheme is also evident in the reduction of property-related disputes, promoting economic empowerment in rural communities. Additionally, it facilitates property monetization and makes it easier for rural households to secure bank loans, further contributing to the financial inclusion of India’s rural population.
“Under the leadership of Modi Ji, the government has also worked to ensure food security for the masses, with initiatives like the provision of 5 kg of free food grains to 80 crore people,” Nadda added. “This is a key step in uplifting the poor and ensuring that no one is left behind.”
The PM SVAMITVA scheme aligns with the government’s broader goals of rural development and inclusive growth. By providing land ownership and reducing disputes, the initiative plays a significant role in ensuring the economic progress and empowerment of rural India. Through these efforts, the government continues its mission to create a more equitable and prosperous society for all.
