Delhi launches pilot project for digital registration of property and lease agreements

In an ambitious move to streamline property registration and lease agreements, Delhi's revenue department has initiated a pilot project enabling digital registration for property documents. Launched last week at the Defence Colony and Najafgarh sub-registrar offices, the new system offers a seamless platform for users to fill in personal details, upload requisite documents, calculate and pay stamp duty, and schedule appointments.

The National Generic Document Registration System (NGDRS), once fully operational and proven stable, is slated to expand to an additional 20 sub-registrar offices across the city. With this system, Delhiites can now undertake the initial steps of registration from the convenience of their homes, significantly reducing in-person visits. During the online process, users will receive login credentials, which will be essential during their visit to the sub-registrar office for finalizing the registration.

To aid applicants, help desks have been established at the pilot offices, complemented by tutorial videos on the NGDRS portal, explaining each step of the online registration process. Plans to gather public feedback are also in the pipeline, ensuring any system glitches are addressed promptly.

However, this isn't the department's first venture into digital record-keeping. The older Delhi Online Registration Information System is known to have lagged, sometimes taking nearly a month for online transfer of papers. To add to the woes, an overwhelming number of old documents, including some dating back to 2008, await scanning. Addressing this backlog, the department plans to collaborate with third-party entities to expedite the scanning process.

Furthermore, in an effort to enhance transparency and authenticity in property deals, the department is set to integrate data of prohibited properties — those that legally cannot be traded or transferred. This data assimilation will serve as a reference for sub-registrars to verify property details online. A broader integration plan is also on the horizon, with the department aiming to collaborate with major investigative agencies, such as the Central Bureau of Investigation, Enforcement Directorate, and Income Tax.

To tie all ends, the introduction of the e-registration system will soon synchronize both the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) and Delhi Development Authority (DDA) on a singular IT-enabled platform, making the document verification process even smoother for the sub-registrar during the execution of sale deeds.

In conclusion, The launch of the digital property registration system in Delhi is a significant stride towards bureaucratic efficiency, transparency, and citizen convenience. As the pilot program gains momentum, it is poised to set a new benchmark in property-related procedures, reflecting the potential of digital transformation in public services.

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