Mumbai, July 9 (IANS) The Maharashtra state government will conduct an inquiry into the altered alignment of the Nashik Ring Road project, a critical infrastructure development for the upcoming Kumbh Mela, within the next three days. Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule on Thursday made this announcement in the Legislative Assembly, assuring the House that no farmers will be subjected to forced land acquisition and that fair compensation will be provided under the law.The development follow…
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Mumbai, July 7 (IANS) The old cumbersome rules regarding stamp duty on bank guarantees used in commercial transactions, government contracts, and infrastructure projects in the state have been changed. Stamp duty on bank guarantees will now be charged under a separate, independent category. This was done through an amendment to the Maharashtra Stamp Act (1958). The bill, which was presented in the state assembly by Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule on Tuesday, was unanimously passed.Prev…
Mumbai, July 7 (IANS) In a major relief for homeowners, the Maharashtra government has taken a decision to waive transfer fees (Najrana), penalties, and other associated levies charged on the transfer of flats in the BBR (Backbay Reclamation) region built before 2015, where a No Objection Certificate (NOC) was not initially obtained. Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule announced this decision while responding to a calling attention motion in the Legislative Assembly. The issue was raised t…
Mumbai, July 2 (IANS) The Maharashtra government on Thursday admitted that conditions governing the transfer and redevelopment of a 27-acre land parcel in Kandivali (West), originally earmarked for Mathadi workers, had been violated and announced a comprehensive probe into the matter.Replying to a starred question raised by MLA Haroon Khan in the Legislative Assembly, Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule said directions would be issued to the District Collector to reclaim 26,900 square metr…
Mumbai, June 30 (IANS) In a significant move to safeguard state revenue and plug loopholes in the law, the Maharashtra government on Tuesday introduced a bill in the Legislative Assembly to amend the Maharashtra Stamp Act. The bill was presented by Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule. The bill makes it clear that no refund or concession of stamp duty will be granted under any circumstances if a development agreement is cancelled, rescinded, or terminated.The bill seeks to insert a specific…
Mumbai, May 25 (IANS) In a major initiative aimed at curbing indiscriminate water usage and promoting efficient water management, Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule on Monday said Maharashtra is poised to become the first state in India to introduce the revolutionary ‘Water 7/12’, a comprehensive water recording system modelled on the iconic land records system, Saatbara. Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule chaired a high-level meeting with senior officials from the Revenue, Water Suppl…
Mumbai, April 29 (IANS) A revised Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed on Wednesday between the Maharashtra State Water Resources Department and NTPC Limited in the presence of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, which will pave the way for increasing the combined capacity of the Amba and Kumbhe Pumped Storage Hydroelectric Projects from 1,800 megawatts to 2,600 megawatts. The signing ceremony was attended by Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule, Water Resources Minister Girish Mahaja…
Mumbai, April 21 (IANS) In a serious move to enhance digital governance and streamline land administration processes, the Maharashtra government on Tuesday inaugurated a new facility on the Building Plan Management System for the payment of a one-time conversion premium. This initiative enables citizens to pay one-time conversion premiums directly through the Building Plan Management System, eliminating the need to visit the District Collector’s office. The move is expected to significa…
Mumbai, March 31 (IANS) In a significant move to bolster the state’s real estate sector, the Maharashtra government has decided not to increase the Ready Reckoner rates for the 2026-27 financial year. The Office of the Inspector General of Registration and Controller of Stamps on Tuesday announced that the rates effective from April 1, 2026, will remain at the status quo compared to the previous year (2025-26). This decision was finalised by Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule following …
Mumbai, March 11 (IANS) The Maharashtra government on Wednesday announced that the land survey process in the state will now be completed within 30 days, down from the previous 60- to 90-day window. Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule made this announcement in the Legislative Assembly on Wednesday, outlining a comprehensive plan to modernise the Land Records Department through high-tech equipment and a major recruitment drive. The announcement came in response to a “Calling Attentio…