Gujarat Waives Sanad Fees Under SVAMITVA Yojana for Rural Residents
📅 Ahmedabad, July 21, 2025
In a significant move to empower rural homeowners, the Gujarat government has announced a complete waiver on fees for Sanad (ownership certificates) issued under the SVAMITVA Yojana. This decision is expected to benefit over 25 lakh rural residents across the state.
✅ What is SVAMITVA Yojana?
The SVAMITVA (Survey of Villages and Mapping with Improvised Technology in Village Areas) Yojana is a central government initiative aimed at providing legal ownership of residential properties in rural areas. The Gujarat government’s latest announcement further strengthens the scheme by eliminating the fee burden on rural citizens.
🏡 Free Ownership Certificates to Empower Villagers
With this fee waiver, rural homeowners will no longer need to pay charges to obtain legal proof of property ownership. This not only promotes transparency but also helps in establishing clear land records in villages across Gujarat.
👥 Estimated 25 Lakh Beneficiaries
According to official sources, around 25 lakh individuals living in rural areas of Gujarat stand to benefit from this initiative. These beneficiaries will receive free Sanad documents, helping them secure legal rights to their residential properties.
💬 Official Statement
A senior government official stated that this decision is in alignment with the government’s vision of rural development and digital land record transformation. It aims to reduce disputes over property and provide villagers with access to loans and other benefits through verified ownership.
📍 Areas Covered in Gujarat
The initiative covers all districts across Gujarat, with particular focus on tribal and remote villages where access to land records and legal documentation has historically been challenging.
📈 Boost to Economic and Legal Empowerment
Legal property ownership paves the way for economic inclusion. With Sanad certificates now free, villagers can use their homes as assets for bank loans, subsidies, and development grants, thus improving the overall rural economy.
⚙️ Implementation Timeline
The Gujarat government has started rolling out the new directive from July 21, 2025. District administrations have been instructed to ensure immediate and transparent processing of ownership certificates under the revised policy.
🔄 Digital Integration Underway
The process will be fully digitized, and certificates will be issued through the Gujarat Revenue Department portals. This ensures faster turnaround times and minimizes the chances of corruption or delays.
📣 Public Response
Local panchayats and rural development bodies have welcomed the move. Many villagers have expressed gratitude as the waiver removes financial hurdles and ensures a legal pathway to home ownership.
