Eshwar Khandre announces e-Swathu property registration for rural areas

Karnataka Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Minister Eshwar Khandre has announced a new initiative to streamline the issuance of e-Swathu property accounts for undocumented properties in Gram Panchayat areas. Starting October 2, the government will begin accepting applications for properties under 4,000 square feet, including backyards and courtyards, to resolve long-standing delays caused by technical issues and lack of documentation.

To ensure transparency, the process will involve holding special Gram Sabhas in villages. Residents will verify the identity and residency of applicants in the presence of the community. A 21-day public objection period will follow, with notices posted at Panchayat offices. If no objections are raised, the e-Swathu will be issued according to regulations.

This initiative excludes properties involved in legal disputes, those built on government land, lake beds, B-Kharaabu areas, or forest land encroachments. The Minister has directed the development of the e-Swathu-03 software to simplify the process, with a goal of delivering at least 10 lakh property accounts to residents by November.