Chhattisgarh Government to Take Strict Action Against Illegal Plotting and Encroachments

Raipur
The Chhattisgarh government is set to introduce stringent regulations to curb the rising issue of illegal plotting and encroachments across the state. Housing and Environment Minister OP Chaudhary made this announcement in the Legislative Assembly on Tuesday.
Speaker Dr. Raman Singh also expressed concern over the matter and directed the Revenue Minister to submit a detailed report within a month.
Minister Chaudhary highlighted that the issue of illegal plotting worsened after the previous government removed the rule that restricted the transfer of plots smaller than 5 decimals, except for agricultural land.
BJP MLA Anuj Sharma raised the issue of illegal plotting and encroachments in villages under the Dharsiwa constituency during a discussion in the Assembly. Sharma stated that despite assurances of action in the past, no steps had been taken.
He alleged that illegal plotting was taking place on school land, grazing land, and even Assembly premises. Sharma also questioned what actions would be taken against those who sold their land and moved away.
Revenue Minister Tankaram Verma admitted that complaints of illegal plotting in Dharsiwa had been received between 2021 and 2023. He emphasized that the Revenue Department alone could not handle the issue and suggested forming a joint committee comprising various departments, including Urban Administration, Town and Country Planning, and the Registry Office.
Verma assured that all complaints submitted in writing would be investigated and announced plans to install signboards on government land to prevent future encroachments.
Former Minister Rajesh Munat stated that the government plans to strictly enforce regulations introduced five years ago under the Raman Singh administration. These rules include provisions for imprisoning individuals involved in illegal plotting.
Munat noted that thousands of people have purchased agricultural land without valid layouts or permissions, leaving them without access to essential services like electricity, water, and building plan approvals. He criticized those profiting from illegal plotting, which often leaves buyers struggling with lifelong issues.

Speaker Dr. Raman Singh called the issue a severe problem, citing encroachments even on government land adjacent to the Assembly Colony. He instructed the minister to take action and provide an update within a month.
This move signals the government’s commitment to addressing the widespread problem of illegal plotting and protecting the rights of citizens.