SWAMITVA scheme launched: Property owners in rural India get a big boost, know about the scheme's benefits

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on April 24 launched distribution of e-property cards under ‘SWAMITVA’ scheme through video conferencing.

On the occasion of National Panchayat Day, the e-property cards were distributed.

Giving information about the same, PM tweeted, “Today, on the special occasion of #PanchayatiRajDiwas, the distribution of e-property cards under the Svamitva Scheme begins. Over 4 lakh property owners will be given their e-property cards. Watch at 12 noon.“

What is the SWAMITVA scheme?

Last year on the occasion of National Panchayat Day, PM Narendra Modi launched the pilot phase of the scheme. It is a central sector scheme that can change transform rural India using modern technology tools.

Under the scheme, the survey of all rural properties using drones will be done and GIS-based maps will be prepared. Importantly, the scheme will provide a record of rights by issuing property cards to village household owners.

Benefits of SWAMITVA Card to the households

Around 4.09 lakh property owners will receive e-property cards today via video conferencing. The scheme is set to cover 6.62 lakh villages nationwide between 2021-25.

The scheme will aid buying and selling of property. Hence, avoiding any kind of dispute for the villagers.

It will also make village management easier for gram panchayats as determining property tax will get easier.

With the scheme accurate land records can be created, which in turn, will also help to strengthen the Panchayati Raj System.

Local people can use their assets as financial assets to access loans and other financial benefits.