Mission Basundhara 3.0 – Assam Land Records Online Update Portal

Mission Basundhara Overview

Mission Basundhara is a flagship initiative launched by the Government of Assam on 2nd October 2021 under the leadership of Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma. The program, implemented by the Department of Revenue and Disaster Management, aims to streamline land revenue services and make them more accessible to citizens. The launch of the Mission Basundhara portal is expected to reduce the pendency of land record updates and provide a smooth, stress-free service experience without the need for citizens to visit revenue circle offices.

The mission seeks to achieve the goal of 100% digitization of land maps and the total integration of maps, land records, and registration under the Digital India Land Records Modernization Programme (DILRMP). Citizens will have access to real-time land records, ensuring transparency and efficiency in land-related services.

Mission Basundhara 3.0 – Key Details

• Name of Mission: Mission Basundhara 3.0
• Department: Department of Revenue and Disaster Management, Govt. of Assam
• Launch Date: 20th October 2024 (3rd edition)
• Launch Venue: Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra, Guwahati
• Launched By: Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma, Chief Minister of Assam
• Helpline Number: 1800-345-3574
• Helpline Email: rtps-assam@assam.gov.in

Components of Mission Basundhara

Mission Basundhara operates through three core components:

1. Purification of Land Records in Mission Mode:
   This component focuses on the systematic correction and updating of land records across Assam, ensuring accuracy and transparency.
2. Polygon Survey of Non-Cadastral Villages:
   The mission aims to survey 672 non-cadastral villages, which will help grant land rights to indigenous landless people in these areas, as per the Land Policy of 2019.
3. Re-survey of Cadastral Villages Using Hybrid Methodology:
   A re-survey of 18,789 cadastral villages across 27 districts will be conducted using hybrid methodologies. This will help clear titles and resolve discrepancies in land ownership.

Core Services of Mission Basundhara

Mission Basundhara provides various land-related services to the citizens of Assam through the official portal. These services are offered free of cost, ensuring easy access to land record-related information. The number of services has expanded with each phase of the mission:

• Phase 1: Initially launched with nine services.
• Phase 2: Introduced ten additional services.
• Phase 3 (Mission Basundhara 3.0): Added seven new services, further enhancing the portal’s utility for the citizens.

These services aim to simplify land-related processes, making them more efficient, transparent, and accessible.

Services under Mission Basundhara 3.0

Mission Basundhara 3.0 offers a range of land-related services to the citizens of Assam, aimed at improving access to land records and ensuring better governance in land matters. Below are the services offered under Mission Basundhara 3.0:

1. Settlement of Unsettled Erstwhile Bhoodan/Gramdan Lands:
   This service confers ownership rights to occupancy tenants, allowing them to apply for acquiring ownership rights under the Assam (Temporary Settled Areas) Tenancy Act, 1971.
   Documents Required:
   • Certificate as proof of legal heirs (if applicable)
   • Rent Receipt
   • Copy of Rayati Khatian
2. Offering Reclassification Suits:
   Landholders can apply for the reclassification of their land when its use changes, such as converting agricultural land to non-agricultural purposes (residential, commercial, etc.).
   Documents Required:
   • Up-to-date Land Revenue Receipt
3. End-to-End Digitalization of Annual Patta to PP Conversion with Rationalized Rates:
   This service allows Annual Patta holders to convert their land into Periodic Patta (PP) by paying a rationalized premium, granting them long-term ownership rights.
   Documents Required:
   • Land Details
   • Up-to-date Land Revenue Receipt
   • Copy of Annual Patta
   • Trace Map of Scheduled Land
4. Limited Conversion of Tea Grant Land to Periodic Patta:
   Tea estate lands that were originally granted for tea cultivation can now be legally converted into Myadi Patta, based on current usage, subject to the payment of applicable premiums.
   Documents Required:
   • Registered Deed on or before 31.12.2022
   • Up-to-date Land Revenue Receipt
5. Digitalized Settlement of Land to Non-Individual Juridical Entities:
   Organizations and institutions (e.g., government bodies, educational, religious, socio-cultural institutions) can apply for land allotment or settlement for public infrastructure or community needs.
   Documents Required: As mentioned on the official website
6. Settlement of Land in Surveyed Non-Cadastral Villages under SVAMITVA:
   This service grants land rights in un-surveyed Non-Cadastral villages under the SVAMITVA scheme, providing legal property ownership to residents.
   Documents Required:
   • Caste Certificate
   • Bedakhali Jorimona Paid Receipt
   • Proof of Hereditary Land
7. Review of MB 2.0 Cases Pending for Clarification:
   Pending land-related cases under Mission Basundhara 2.0 will be reviewed for clarification to resolve outstanding issues.
   Documents Required: As per case-specific details

Services under Mission Basundhara 2.0

Mission Basundhara 2.0 provides additional services to settle land-related issues for various groups, including indigenous people and special cultivators. The services include:

1. Settlement of Khas and Ceiling Surplus Land:
   Settlement of government Khas and Ceiling Surplus land in occupation by indigenous landless people for homestead and ordinary purposes.
   Documents Required:
   • Touzi Bahira receipt or Bedakhali Jorimona Paid Receipt
2. Settlement of Occupancy Tenants:
   Conferring ownership rights to occupancy tenants under the Assam (Temporary Settled Areas) Tenancy Act, 1971.
   Documents Required:
   • Gaon Pradhan Certificate
   • Latest Land Revenue Receipt
   • Copy of Raiyati Khatian
3. Settlement of Special Cultivators (Tea, Rubber, Coffee):
   Settlement of land to tea growers and other special cultivators (rubber, coffee), with land not exceeding 75 bighas in aggregate.
   Documents Required:
   • Cultivation Board Registration Certificate
   • Touzi Bahira receipt or Bedakhali Jorimona Paid Receipt
4. Settlement of Hereditary Land of Tribal Communities:
   Settlement of hereditary land for tribal communities up to 50 bighas, as per Land Policy 2019.
   Documents Required:
   • Proof of Hereditary Land
   • Touzi Bahira receipt or Bedakhali Jorimona Paid Receipt
   • Gaon Pradhan Certificate
5. Settlement of AP Transferred Land from Original AP Holder:
   This service settles AP land after transfer, canceling the Annual Patta and re-distributing it as government land.
   Documents Required:
   • Latest Land Revenue Receipt
   • Proof of Land Transfer
6. Regularization of Settlement of PGR/VGR Land:
   Regularizes settlement of PGR/VGR land up to 1 bigha for homestead purposes.
   Documents Required:
   • Touzi Bahira receipt or Bedakhali Jorimona Paid Receipt
   • Administrative mandate before January 1, 2011
7. Online Payment of Land Revenue:
   Landholders can pay land revenue online through the portal.
   Documents Required: Khajana-Receipt

Services under Mission Basundhara 1.0

The first phase of Mission Basundhara focused on various land ownership and mutation services, including:

1. Mutation by Right of Inheritance:
   Allows for the transfer of ownership to legal heirs upon the death of the landowner.
   Documents Required:
   • Death Certificate
   • Next of kin certificate or legal documents
2. Mutation after Deed Registration:
   Records changes in ownership after land transfer or sale.
   Documents Required:
   • Deed Copy
   • NOC Copy
3. Partition for Undisputed Cases:
   Facilitates partition of land among co-owners without disputes.
   Documents Required: Jamabandi Copy
4. Reclassification of Agricultural Land to Non-Agricultural Land (Less than 1 Bigha):
   Allows landholders to reclassify agricultural land for non-agricultural use if it’s less than 1 bigha.
   Documents Required:
   • Up-to-date Land Revenue Receipt
5. Allotment Certificate to Periodic Patta:
   Converts allotment certificates to Periodic Patta after verifying possession.
   Documents Required:
   • Allotment Certificate
   • Up-to-date Land Revenue Receipt
   • Legal Heir Document (if applicable)
6. Conversion from Annual Patta to Periodic Patta:
   Converts Annual Patta land to Periodic Patta, granting permanent ownership rights.
   Documents Required:
   • Up-to-date Land Revenue Receipt
7. Striking Out of Name from Patta:
   Removes names of individuals no longer in possession of land.
   Documents Required: Jamabandi Copy
8. Mobile Number Updation:
   Allows pattadars to update their mobile number in the land records.
   Documents Required:
   • ID Proof (e.g., Passport, Driving License, PAN Card)
9. Legacy Data Updation:
   Provides corrections in the name, area, or remarks on land records.
   Documents Required:
   • Jamabandi Copy
   • Up-to-date Land Revenue Receipt

How to Apply for Online Services at Mission Basundhara Portal?

To apply for the above-mentioned services, citizens can follow these steps starting from 20th October 2024:

1. Visit the Mission Basundhara Portal.
2. Register by creating an account (if not already done).
3. Select the relevant service you wish to apply for.
4. Fill in the required details and upload necessary documents.
5. Submit the application form for processing.

How to Apply for Online Services at Mission Basundhara Portal:

To apply for land-related services under Mission Basundhara 3.0, follow the steps below:

1. Scroll down to the “Important Web-Links” section on the official Mission Basundhara portal.
2. Click on the “Online Application Form” link.
   This will redirect you to the official portal for Mission Basundhara.
3. On the official portal, scroll down to the “List of Services” section.
   Here, you will find a list of services available. Click on the “Apply Now” button next to the service you wish to apply for.
4. A pop-up window will appear asking you to enter your mobile number.
   Enter your mobile number, receive the OTP (One Time Password), and verify it.
5. After successful login, you will see four sections:
   • Land Details
   • Applicant Details
   • Documents
   • Review & Submit
6. Fill in the required details in the respective sections.
7. After completing all the sections, click on the Submit button to finalize your application.
8. Your application will be submitted for further processing.

Important Dates of Mission Basundhara 3.0

• Starting Date of Submission of Online Application: 20th October 2024
• Last Date of Submission of Online Application: 31st December 2024
• Delivery Date of Services: Not Available (TBD)

Important Web-Links of Mission Basundhara Assam