Here's a quick summary: Son Kamble Vilas claimed ownership of ancestral land in Adilabad, Telangana. He wanted his name on official records but faced legal hurdles because the area is protected by specific laws. The court dismissed his petition but left room for other legal options.
Son Kamble Vilas, a farmer from Bursanpatar Village, said he owns 5.17 acres of land there. He wanted his name officially registered and asked for an E-Pattadar Passbook. Despite his request on October 18, 2024, the local authorities didn't act, leading him to file a petition.
"Son Kamble Vilas is claiming that he is the absolute owner and possessor of land..."
The government lawyer explained that the land is in a Scheduled area, governed by the APSALTR Act, 1959. Since Vilas is not a tribal member, he can't get the passbook he wants. He only had limited proof of ownership from 2010-2011.
"Son Kamble Vilas is non-tribal, therefore, he cannot seek issuance of pattadar pass books..."
Vilas applied before the new Bhu Bharati Act, 2025. At the time, the Telangana Rights in Land and Pattadar Pass Books Act, 2020 was in place. He should have applied online to the District Collector, but he submitted a paper application instead.
"...Son Kamble Vilas has to submit online application to The District Collector..."
Justice K. Lakshman dismissed the petition, stating Vilas didn't follow the correct procedures. However, the court allowed him to explore other legal options.
"Accordingly, this writ petition is dismissed. However, liberty is granted to Son Kamble Vilas to work out his remedies."
In summary, while Vilas's current petition was dismissed, he still has options to pursue his claim through other legal channels.
