The Chandigarh administration has completed a comprehensive drone survey under the NAKSHA pilot programme, and field verification of property features is scheduled to begin on September 20, 2025. The initiative aims to modernize property records and streamline urban property management in the city.
Twenty survey teams, each consisting of five members, have been formed to conduct the field verification systematically and within a defined timeline. The teams will cover five villages—Burail, Attawa, Kajheri, Palsora, and Sarangpur—alongside 15 urban sectors ranging from Sector 2 to Sector 17.
A review meeting to assess the progress of NAKSHA was chaired by Deputy Commissioner Nishant Kumar Yadav. Officials from the Survey of India (SOI), National Informatics Centre (NIC), Municipal Corporation Chandigarh (MCC), Madhya Pradesh State Electronics Development Corporation (MPSEDC) via video conference, and the State Project Management Unit (SPMU), NAKSHA, participated. The discussion focused on project timelines, resource allocation, and coordination among all implementing agencies.
During the meeting, DC Yadav reviewed the preparation of Record of Rights (RoR) for properties in the Lal Dora areas of the five pilot villages. Once completed, all property records will be consolidated, and Urban Property (UrPro) cards will be issued to residents. The DC emphasized that surveyors must receive adequate training to ensure accurate and efficient data collection during the field verification stage.
He instructed all stakeholders to adhere strictly to the timelines set for each stage of the project, emphasizing the importance of coordination among the Survey of India, municipal authorities, and other implementing agencies. Close collaboration, he noted, is essential to ensure smooth execution and timely completion of the NAKSHA pilot programme.
The NAKSHA initiative is part of a broader effort to digitize property records and provide residents with updated and accessible property information. By combining drone surveys with ground verification, the administration aims to enhance transparency in property ownership and improve governance in both rural and urban areas.
Once fully implemented, the programme is expected to serve as a model for other regions seeking to integrate technology into property management. The initiative also reflects Chandigarh’s focus on leveraging digital tools to optimize urban planning, resource management, and public services.
With field verification set to commence on September 20, the NAKSHA pilot programme marks a significant step toward accurate property documentation and streamlined administration. Officials have reiterated that adherence to timelines and proper coordination will be key to the project’s success.
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