Telangana High Court

Justice K. Lakshman: Farmer Must File Online Application to Correct Land Records

Updated
Oct 4, 2025 2:43 PM
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Summary: Gaddam Jalender Reddy claims ownership of a piece of land, but official documents show different measurements. He took the issue to court, and here's what happened.

Gaddam's Land Ownership Claim

Gaddam Jalender Reddy, a farmer from Thandiral Village, says he owns a piece of land measuring 1.03 acres. He got this land through a document called "sadabainama" on March 2, 2009. He even had official papers to back it up, like official approval and updates to the records.

The Mix-Up in Measurements

The trouble began when official documents started showing different land sizes. While the sadabainama and updated records mentioned 1.03 acres, other documents, like the Form 13-B proceedings dated February 11, 2017, and the latest land records, only recorded 1.00 acre.

"There is a variation of extent from Sadabainama, Form 13-B proceedings, and mutation proceedings."

The Long Wait for Action

Despite noticing the mistake, Gaddam waited until August 8, 2024, to ask the Revenue Divisional Officer to correct it. This delay of almost six years was unexplained, which raised questions.

Court's Decision: Follow the Rules

Justice K. Lakshman, who heard the case, said Gaddam should file an online application according to the Bhu Bharathi Rules, 2025. This needs to go to the right authority with all necessary documents.

"Submit an online application to the competent authority as specified in Schedule-A of Bhu Bharathi Rules, 2025."

Next Steps: 30 Days to Resolve

Once Gaddam submits the application, the authorities have 30 days to fix the error. The court wrapped up the case, allowing Gaddam to take this step.

Verdict Summary

The court instructed Gaddam to submit an application online to correct the land records, and the authorities have been given 30 days to resolve the issue once he does so.