Chandrababu Naidu and Pawan Kalyan have been vocal about the concerns surrounding the Land Titling Act, cautioning against its potential misuse as Jagan’s Land Grabbing Act to unlawfully seize people’s lands.
Under this Act, land litigations are diverted from Civil Courts to a government-appointed officer for resolution. However, there’s apprehension that biases may exist, especially if the litigant is associated with the ruling party.
Access to justice becomes challenging as not everyone can afford the legal expenses of pursuing cases in the High Courts.
Chandrababu has pledged to repeal this Act upon assuming power, emphasizing the need to protect citizens’ land rights.
While the YSR Congress argues that the Act falls under Central Government jurisdiction and cannot be revoked by the state, this is misleading. Land falls under State Subject, making it beyond the purview of central Government legislation.
The Land Titling Act, recommended by NITI Aayog, lacks statutory backing and can be reversed or disregarded by governments. Despite reservations from BJP-ruled states, the Jagan Mohan Reddy government has zealously implemented the Act.
Chandrababu retains the authority to repeal the Land Titling Act if elected to power.
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