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11/03/23 08:17 AM IST

Govt to launch Pattaya Mission

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  • Kerala State Revenue minister K Rajan has said that the government would start the Pattaya Mission to speed up distribution of land to the landless in the state.
About Pattaya Mission
  • The Pattaya Mission is an initiative by the Kerala government to expedite the distribution of title deeds to individuals who do not possess them.
  • The mission will be led by MLAs in each district, who will work with officials from the revenue department to identify individuals who need title deeds.
  • The mission aims to provide title deeds to all individuals by the end of 2024.
  • The Pattaya Mission is named after a village in Kannur district, which was the first village in Kerala to achieve 100% land distribution.
  • The success of the Pattaya model has inspired the government to adopt a similar approach at the state level.
Significance
  • It is  an attempt by the government to address long-standing land record issues in the state. By expediting the distribution of title deeds, the government hopes to resolve land disputes and promote social justice.
  • The mission is an opportunity for MLAs to play a more active role in addressing the issues faced by their constituents.
  • By taking the lead in the mission, MLAs can demonstrate their commitment to serving the people of their districts.
  • The Pattaya Mission has the potential to serve as a model for other states facing similar land record issues.
  • By adopting a community-based approach to resolving land disputes, the government can promote transparency and accountability in the distribution of title deeds.
Source- Times of India

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