India's New Era in Document Registration: A Citizen-Centric Approach
The Registration Bill 2025 aims to modernize India's registration of documents affecting immovable property, offering secure and citizen-focused practices. Replacing the 1908 Act, it invites public feedback to refine its framework, ensuring the system is robust, reliable, and adaptable to technological advances.
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The Indian government is taking steps to modernize the registration of documents affecting immovable property with the draft Registration Bill 2025. This draft, open for public feedback, seeks to replace the century-old Registration Act of 1908.
According to the Rural Development Ministry, the existing 1908 Act has been foundational to India's documentation system for over 100 years. However, with registered documents increasingly influencing public and private affairs, there's a pressing need for an updated, adaptable registration process.
Innovations in digital submissions and identity verifications have already been introduced in several states. The new bill aims to create a consistent legislative framework, ensuring both efficiency and security across the country. Public suggestions are being solicited until June 25 to shape this legislative evolution.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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