PM Modi Distributes 65 Lakh Property Cards Under SVAMITVA Scheme, Total Reaches 2.25 Crore

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“SVAMITVA Scheme Resolves Disputes and Strengthens Villages” – Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh 
“Property Cards Empower Rural India, Boost Women’s Rights, and Improve Credit Access” – Rajiv Ranjan Singh 

New Delhi: In a historic milestone for rural India, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi led the country’s largest-ever property card distribution drive under the SVAMITVA Scheme, granting 65 lakh villagers their rightful ownership documents in a single day. Top government officials, including Ministry Secretary Shri Vivek Bharadwaj, Minister of State Prof. S. P. Singh Baghel, and Union Minister of Panchayati Raj Shri Rajiv Ranjan Singh, participated in this historic event, which was conducted virtually. 
Governors, Chief Ministers, Union Ministers, MPs, MLAs, and local representatives from all over India attended the video conference-based distribution ceremony. Nine Union Ministers personally oversaw regional programs, and over 237 districts—representing over 50,000 villages across 10 states and two Union Territories—participated in the event. 
With this most recent accomplishment, the SVAMITVA Scheme has now distributed 2.25 crore property cards, which is a significant step towards economic stability and rural empowerment. 

A Revolution in Rural Property Rights: SVAMITVA 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke at the event and highlighted how property rights in rural areas have changed as a result of the SVAMITVA Scheme, which was introduced five years ago. He emphasised that these documents are known by different names in different states, such as Gharoni, Adhikar Abhilekh, Property Card, Malmatta Patrak, and Awaasiya Bhumi Patta. 
He pointed out that in the previous five years, more than 1.5 crore people had been issued SVAMITVA property cards, and that an additional 65 lakh families had been granted legal ownership with this most recent distribution. 

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Why Are Property Rights Important? 

Citing a United Nations study that revealed many people lack proof of ownership, PM Modi emphasised that the lack of legal property documents is a global problem. He pointed out that since property ownership makes it possible for people to start businesses, obtain bank loans, and safeguard their financial future, it is essential in lowering poverty. 

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Illegal land occupation and protracted legal disputes have harmed numerous beneficiaries, including small and medium farmers, tribal families, Dalits, and underprivileged communities. They now have financial stability and legal protection thanks to the distribution of property cards. 
Once every village has a property card, it is estimated that economic activity worth over ₹100 lakh crore will be unlocked, giving rural India enormous economic benefits. 

PM Modi Interacts with Beneficiaries 

During the event, PM Modi personally interacted with five beneficiaries who shared how SVAMITVA had changed their lives: 

• Shri Manohar Mewada (Madhya Pradesh) – Spoke about how he secured a loan for his small business using his property card. 
• Smt. Rachna, who is from Rajasthan expressed relief at the sharp decline in property disputes in her village. 
• Shri Roshan Sambha Patil (Maharashtra) increased his farming operations by using his property card. 
• Smt. Gajendra Sangita (Odisha) spoke about the advancement of gender equality in her village, where women now own property. 
• Jammu & Kashmir resident Shri Varinder Kumar talked about how having a property card made him feel safe and included. 

Union Minister Draws Attention to the Impact of SVAMITVA 

The program's innovative approach to property rights was hailed by Union Minister Shri Rajiv Ranjan Singh, who described it as a turning point for rural India. 

• “When the village is strong, the nation is strong”, he said, underlining how SVAMITVA strengthens local economies and promotes unity. 
• He emphasized that property cards not only provide legal security but also facilitate access to bank loans and financial services. 
• The Minister highlighted the scheme’s major role in women’s empowerment, as many women are now registered as property owners, ensuring greater financial independence. 
• SVAMITVA is making villages self-reliant and empowering rural citizens to contribute to India’s economic growth, he said. 

SVAMITVA’s Success and Global Recognition 

Since its launch on April 24, 2020, the SVAMITVA Scheme has used advanced drone technology to map over 3.17 lakh villages, covering 67,000 square kilometers of land worth ₹132 lakh crore. 

India’s innovative land governance model has attracted international recognition. The World Bank Land Governance Conference in May 2025 and the International Workshop in March 2025 will both feature the SVAMITVA Scheme. 
India's leadership in leveraging technology for rural governance and sustainable development is highlighted by this international recognition. 

Conclusion: Rural Empowerment Enters a New Era 

The SVAMITVA Scheme promotes social empowerment, financial stability, and economic growth in addition to property documentation. With 2.25 crore families now in possession of legal property cards, India is moving closer to becoming a self-sufficient, thriving rural economy. 
Initiatives like SVAMITVA are making sure that rural India is not left behind as PM Modi pursues his vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat. By strengthening communities, encouraging entrepreneurship, and generating jobs, the program is leading the way in rural development worldwide. 

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Important Points of the Distribution of SVAMITVA Property Cards 

65 lakh property cards were distributed in a single day; 2.25 crore property cards have been issued thus far; 237 districts and 50,000+ villages in 10 states and two union territories have been covered; the estimated economic activity to be unlocked is ₹100 lakh crore; and the organisation has received international recognition at the World Bank and international conferences. 
India's villages are developing into economic superpowers that are poised to guide the country into a better future. They are no longer merely the backbone of the nation.