Land Rights and Displacement — Current Affairs 2026
Current Affairs Connections
Supreme Court to Revisit Land Acquisition Compensation Formula for Infrastructure Projects
Early 2024The Supreme Court has indicated it might revisit certain aspects of the compensation formula under the LARR Act 2013, particularly concerning delays in payment and the calculation of market value for large infrastructure projects. This comes amidst a push for rapid infrastructure development and concerns from both landowners about fair value and government agencies about project costs. The outcome could influence future land acquisition practices, potentially impacting the balance between development imperatives and the rights of affected persons. Any modification or clarification will have significant implications for ongoing and future projects, affecting thousands of families.
UPSC Angle: Examine the implications of judicial review on land acquisition policies, the balance between development and rights, and the potential impact on project timelines and costs. Connect to the 'public purpose' debate and the welfare objectives of LARR 2013.
Government Accelerates Digital India Land Records Modernization Programme (DILRMP) with Focus on Conclusive Titling
Late 2023 - Ongoing 2024The Union government, in collaboration with states, is intensifying efforts to implement DILRMP, with a renewed focus on achieving conclusive land titling. This involves surveying, mapping, and digitizing land records to create a single, undisputed title for every parcel of land. The move aims to reduce land disputes, facilitate land transactions, and provide greater security of tenure. This reform is particularly relevant in areas prone to land conflicts and LWE, where unclear land titles often fuel grievances and exploitation. The initiative seeks to streamline land administration and reduce litigation, which currently burdens the judicial system.
UPSC Angle: Analyze the role of land records digitization and conclusive titling in improving land governance, reducing disputes, and mitigating socio-economic factors contributing to extremism. Discuss its potential to empower landowners and enhance transparency in land administration. Connect to rural development schemes implementation [VY:ECO-04-02-01].