Andhra To Roll Out Pattadar Passbooks With QR Codes From August 1

The Andhra Pradesh government is placing strong emphasis on land, house sites, and residential properties. From August 1, it will issue new Pattadar passbooks to landowners. Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu has directed revenue officials to distribute these updated documents to landowners whose surveys are complete by August. In the first phase, 21.86 lakh people are set to receive the new passbooks once printing is finished, and the public is being encouraged to prepare for collection. (News18 Telugu)

These new passbooks will be technology-enabled, with each containing a QR code. Landowners will be able to scan the code and enter their Aadhaar number to access detailed information about their land. The details will instantly appear on their mobile screens. The CM has stressed that landowners must have full awareness of the location and particulars of their property. This digital solution is expected to provide greater security and help prevent land encroachments. (News18 Telugu)

CM Naidu has also instructed officials to resolve all freehold-related issues by October. Freehold ownership refers to complete, permanent ownership of property, including the right to use, sell, or modify it. Unlike leasehold, which is restricted by time limits, freehold ensures permanent rights. The Chief Minister emphasised the need for prompt action so that landowners receive full ownership rights before the deadline. (News18 Telugu)

Officials have also been asked to issue permanent caste certificates to all eligible persons by October. Since the new coalition government assumed office, 43.89 lakh people have received their certificates, and the Chief Minister has called for the remaining individuals to be covered swiftly. The allotment of graveyard space for Scheduled Castes (SCs) must also be completed, with a target of 363 locations. The government has allocated Rs. 137 crore for land acquisition, aiming to finish the project within three years.(News18 Telugu)

Under the previous administration led by Y. S. Jagan Mohan Reddy, names and photographs were inscribed on survey stones. The current government has removed them from 77.9 lakh stones, with work ongoing for the rest. Going forward, revenue officials will make regular visits to villages and towns, engage with residents, clarify doubts, and prioritise land-related concerns. The Chief Minister has said that unresolved revenue issues may damage the government’s image, while swift resolutions will help build public trust. (News18 Telugu)

Regarding land succession, CM Naidu announced that the process can be completed for just Rs. 100 if the inherited land is worth up to Rs. 10 lakh. For land valued above that, succession requires only Rs. 1,000. The Chief Minister has also instructed that village ward staff should be empowered to assist and streamline this process for citizens. (News18 Telugu)

A full re-survey of all lands in every village is to be completed by December 2027. Surveyors will remain with the village ward secretariats until the work is done. CM Naidu has further asked for a revised revenue manual to be finalised by August, reflecting new rules and policies. He stated that areas with no revenue issues should be prioritised for regularisation, with the entire process completed by December. (News18 Telugu)

The Chief Minister also highlighted that drainage is a pressing concern in the state. The government is prepared to release the necessary funds to address the issue. Plans are in place to install underground drainage systems to tackle the crisis, as open drains and sewage problems have increased mosquito breeding and caused disease outbreaks. Many across Andhra Pradesh have been falling ill with severe fevers, leading to widespread public demand for urgent solutions. (News18 Telugu)