Telangana High Court

Telangana High Court: Mandal Revenue Officer Ordered to Act on Reddy's Land Ownership Claim

Updated
Oct 5, 2025 8:33 PM
News Image

Summary: Chiluveru Thirupathi Reddy claims he owns land in Telangana but is facing delays in getting official recognition. The court has ordered action within 30 days.

Reddy's Claim to the Land

Chiluveru Thirupathi Reddy says he owns 2.23 acres of land in Challuru Village, Telangana. He received this land from his mother through a registered gift document in 2019. Reddy has all the paperwork to prove it, including his mom's passbook number.

The Online Application Story

On May 31, 2025, Reddy applied online to have his name officially recorded as the land's owner. He wanted an e-pattadar passbook, which is like a digital proof of ownership. However, the Mandal Revenue Officer, who was supposed to process the application, didn't do anything.

"Even after getting and acknowledging the application, respondent No.4 did not take any action."

Court Gets Involved

Reddy got tired of waiting, so he went to court. Justice K. Lakshman heard the case. The government's lawyer, Sri L. Ravinder, said the application would be reviewed according to the rules.

The Court's Decision

The court instructed the Mandal Revenue Officer to handle Reddy's application within 30 days. If they decide against Reddy, they must provide a written explanation.

"If respondent No.4 doesn't want to approve the request made by the petitioner, he must give specific reasons."

What's Next?

The court's order means Reddy will soon find out if his name will be on the land records. If not, he'll receive a detailed explanation. This decision might help speed up similar cases for others facing delays.

Justice K. Lakshman closed the case on August 22, 2025, without any extra costs.