The state revenue department has launched a crucial campaign called ‘Jivant Satbara’ to help legal heirs of deceased landowners update their names in official land records. Many families struggle because outdated 7/12 land extracts still list deceased owners, making it difficult to claim ownership, apply for government schemes, or even sell their land. This initiative aims to simplify the process and ensure rightful owners are legally recognized.
Many farmers face unnecessary hurdles due to outdated records. Take, for example, a farmer named Ramesh, who owned farmland but passed away. His sons, Amit and Sunil, continue farming the land, but legally, it still belongs to their father. Because their names are not on the 7/12 record, they cannot take loans, sell the land, or benefit from government schemes. The Jivant Satbara campaign resolves such issues by updating the records, officially recognizing heirs as landowners.
The campaign is being implemented in three phases. From April 1 to 5, village revenue offices will publish lists of deceased landowners on village notice boards to identify records needing updates. From April 6 to 20, heirs must submit documents like a death certificate, affidavit, and confirmation from village leaders to the local Talathi (village revenue officer). Finally, from April 21 to May 10, the updated records will be processed through the E-Ferfar online system, ensuring rightful ownership is granted.
The government urges families to take advantage of this opportunity to secure their land rights. By participating in the Jivant Satbara campaign, heirs will gain full legal ownership, allowing them to farm, sell, or apply for loans without complications. This initiative is a major step toward solving land record issues and protecting the rights of farmers across Maharashtra. Families should act quickly to avoid future legal and financial troubles.