Odisha Ushers in Simplified Land Deals at Tehsil Offices from November 1

Land Services Closer to Citizens

Odisha is set to take a major step toward simplifying land transactions. Starting November 1, citizens will be able to register and complete land sales or purchases directly at their local tehsil offices, removing the need to visit sub-registrar offices. The initiative is designed to reduce red tape and make the process more citizen-friendly.

A “Giant Leap” for Accessibility

Revenue Minister Suresh Pujari announced that the system will initially cover 44 tehsil offices across the state. “This is a giant leap for service accessibility,” he said while unveiling the programme. The remaining 273 tehsils are expected to be integrated by December, completing the state-wide rollout.

Chief Minister to Launch Programme

Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi will formally launch the new system, marking what officials describe as the beginning of a “new era” in Odisha’s land governance. Citizens can now book appointment slots online, then directly visit the tehsil to complete their registration without long queues or delays.

Digital Governance in Rural Odisha

According to Minister Pujari, the new approach will particularly benefit rural citizens, where excessive paperwork often causes delays in land transactions. The digitised model is expected to reduce disputes, improve transparency, and accelerate land transfers.

A Step Toward Smoother Land Deals

With the new system, property owners looking to sell land and buyers seeking plots can expect faster and more efficient processing. The government’s continued focus on digital governance and service decentralisation aims to make rural administration smarter and more accessible — bringing convenience and confidence to thousands of landholders across Odisha.