Svamitva Scheme: 65 Lakhs Property Cards distributed by PM Modi

The SVAMITVA Scheme (Survey of Villages and Mapping with Improvised Technology in Village Areas) is a Government of India initiative launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on April 24, 2020. It is a central-sector scheme implemented by the Ministry of Panchayati Raj in collaboration with state governments.

Objectives:

1. Provide Ownership Documents:
   • Issuance of property cards to rural households to establish clear ownership of property in inhabited (residential) areas of villages.
2. Use of Technology:
   • Advanced technologies like drones and GIS mapping are employed to map and survey residential land.
3. Reduce Land Disputes:
   • Clear ownership reduces disputes related to property in rural areas.
4. Enable Access to Credit:
   • Property cards can be used as collateral for obtaining institutional loans.
5. Enhance Rural Planning:
   • Accurate land records facilitate better infrastructure and community development planning.

Key Features:

• Mapping of Properties:
  • Residential properties in rural areas are surveyed using drone technology to create accurate maps.
• Property Cards:
  • Beneficiaries receive physical and digital property cards as proof of ownership.
• Scope:
  • Targets approximately 6.62 lakh villages across India.

Benefits:

1. Empowerment of Rural Residents:
   • Property cards formalize property ownership, empowering rural households.
2. Boost to Rural Economy:
   • Clear ownership enables residents to use their property for financial and economic purposes.
3. Improved Governance:
   • Helps in better revenue collection and efficient governance in villages.
4. Reduction in Disputes:
   • Clear demarcation of property boundaries reduces conflicts.

Progress:

• By December 2024, drone surveys were completed in over 3.10 lakh villages.
• Over 2.25 crore property cards were distributed.
• Beneficiaries span multiple states and union territories, including Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and others.

Implementation Process:

1. Drone Survey:
   • Villages are mapped using drones for high-precision data.
2. Data Validation:
   • Collected data is cross-verified with local authorities and residents.
3. Issuance of Property Cards:
   • Beneficiaries receive cards certifying their ownership.

Importance:

The SVAMITVA Scheme is a landmark initiative for transforming rural India, ensuring socio-economic empowerment, and improving land management practices.