The Rajasthan Legislative Assembly presented the Rajasthan Prohibition of Transfer of Immovable Property and Provision for Protection of Tenants from Eviction from Premises in Disturbed Areas Bill, 2026. This bill aims to designate riot-affected or communally sensitive areas as “disturbed areas” to oversee property dealings and safeguard tenants from forced eviction. Property transactions within these designated areas would require prior approval from the District Collector or Additional District Magistrate.
The proposed legislation allows the state government to declare certain localities as disturbed areas if there is a notable demographic shift or an attempt to disrupt communal harmony. Violations of the bill could lead to penalties, including imprisonment ranging from three to five years. Offenders may also face fines based on the property’s market value or a minimum of ₹1 lakh.
Moreover, the bill specifies that offenses under this law will be treated as cognizable and non-bailable, with trials conducted as per the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023. All proceedings under this act will be considered judicial proceedings, following due legal processes and safeguards as prescribed by law.
