Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu announced that 7,27,06,05 Pattadar passbooks will be distributed across 9,833 villages by March 2027, aiming to make Andhra Pradesh a land‑dispute‑free state. The passbooks will carry the official state emblem to cement property rights for landowners.
Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu unveiled a sweeping land‑rights drive at the "Mee Bhumi – Mee Hakku" programme in Banaganapalle, Nandyal district. He pledged that by March 2027 the government will hand out 7,27,06,05 Pattadar passbooks covering 9,833 villages, each bearing the state’s official seal to guarantee legal ownership.
Background of the Pattadar System
The Pattadar scheme, launched in the 1970s, was originally intended to provide small farmers with a documented claim to their land. However, successive administrations mis‑used the "22‑A" classification and enforced a draconian Land Titling Act, creating artificial disputes and enabling land grabs. Upon assuming office, Naidu’s government repealed those oppressive statutes, restoring the original spirit of the Pattadar system.
Synergy with Industrial Growth
Naidu emphasized that resolving land disputes is inseparable from the state’s broader economic agenda. New projects such as the Kadapa steel plant, Hero Motors, and an AMCA defence‑fighter jet facility are reshaping the Rayalaseema region into an industrial hub. The influx of defence, aerospace, electronics and automotive investments promises thousands of jobs and a reduction in regional disparities.
Water Security and the Jaladhara Initiative
El Niño‑induced drought has left the monsoon 22 % below normal, aggravating water scarcity. In response, the administration launched the state‑wide "Jaladhara" programme, constructing an 18‑kilometre feeder channel and multiple check‑dams to augment groundwater recharge. By channeling rainwater into aquifers, the government seeks to achieve long‑term water security for farmers.
Political Context and Social Messaging
The chief minister also leveled sharp criticism at the YSR Congress Party, accusing it of sowing division on caste, religion and regional lines. He condemned recent sacrilegious incidents—such as the vandalism of temples and the adulteration of religious offerings—and vowed swift legal action against perpetrators. By coupling a hard‑line stance on law‑and‑order with proactive development, Naidu aims to project a governance model that balances growth with social harmony.
