The Bihar government has decided to take strict action against illegal encroachment on 25 acres of land belonging to the Housing Board in Patna’s Rajiv Nagar and Digha areas. Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary announced in the Legislative Council that this land will be completely cleared within the next 45 to 60 days. The district administration has already formed a survey team to identify the illegal structures before starting the demolition drive.
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What are the strict orders from Patna Administration?
The Patna District Magistrate has imposed a complete ban on any new construction activities on the acquired land of the Housing Board. Police station in-charges and Circle Officers have been instructed to monitor the area daily. If anyone is found doing new construction, an FIR will be registered immediately. The administration has also set a provision for fines against encroachers.
- Temporary Encroachment: Fine of Rs 5,000.
- Permanent Encroachment: Fine of Rs 20,000.
- Legal Action: Jail term for those continuing construction despite orders.
How can residents apply for regularization?
For residents living in the area west of Ashiana-Digha Road (Nepali Nagar/Rajiv Nagar), the government has provided a path for regularization under specific conditions. Residents can obtain ownership rights by depositing 10% of the current Minimum Value Register (MVR) rates. However, the administration has warned the general public not to buy any land or house in this disputed area as registries and Power of Attorney documents for these plots are considered illegal.
