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Maharashtra Mandates Aadhaar Verification for 63 Property Registrations to Curb Benami Deals.
- •Maharashtra government has made Aadhaar authentication mandatory for immovable property document registrations from October 1.
- •The new rule applies to 63 types of registrations, including property purchase, sale, mortgage, and partition deeds.
- •Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule stated no document will be registered without Aadhaar to prevent fraud.
- •The decision aims to bring transparency in land deals and protect buyers from fraudulent transactions.
- •Individuals without Aadhaar must submit proof of application and other government-issued identity cards for verification.
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Starting October 1, Aadhaar authentication has been made mandatory for 63 types of immovable property document registrations in Maharashtra, including purchase, sale, mortgage, and partition deeds. This rule aims to curb fraud, prevent benami transactions, and eliminate fake witnesses during the registration process.
Individuals without an Aadhaar number must submit proof of their Aadhaar application along with other government-issued identity cards. They are also required to provide proof of their relationship with the person involved in the transaction, and the deal is completed after verification.
For individuals under 18 years of age, the Aadhaar enrollment application must be made with the consent of their parents or legal guardians. Furthermore, no child or eligible beneficiary will be denied document registration services solely for lacking an Aadhaar number.
