A land transaction involving Suhana Khan in Alibaug has come under official scrutiny, with authorities examining whether the purchase complied with rules governing agricultural land transfers in Maharashtra.
According to property documents, Khan acquired a plot in Thal village, near Alibaug, for ₹12.91 crore from the Khote family of Cuffe Parade. The transaction took place on May 30, 2023, through Standard Chartered Bank, and stamp duty of ₹77.46 lakh was paid at the time of registration.
The land in question was originally allotted by the state government to farmers for cultivation. Under Maharashtra’s land regulations, such plots cannot be freely sold or transferred without the necessary permissions from revenue authorities. Transfers that bypass these approvals risk cancellation or legal challenge.
Concerns were raised after the sale was reported, prompting the Resident Deputy Collector to direct the Alibaug tehsildar to conduct an impartial inquiry. Officials are now verifying whether the seller had clear rights to transfer the land and whether the buyer secured mandatory approvals before completing registration.
Agricultural land transactions in coastal districts such as Raigad are closely regulated. In the past, several private purchases in the Alibaug region have faced disputes where land originally reserved for farmers was sold for non-agricultural use without conversion. Such cases often result in extended legal proceedings, including cancellation of titles or restoration of land to original allottees.
In this case, revenue authorities are expected to examine the chain of ownership, past allotment records, and compliance with land ceiling and tenancy laws. Any discrepancies could lead to proceedings under the Maharashtra Tenancy and Agricultural Lands Act and related provisions.
The matter is significant because land in Alibaug has seen rising demand for residential and commercial development, leading to close monitoring of transfers. Officials stress that transactions involving government-allotted farmland must undergo thorough checks to prevent misuse of policy intended to benefit cultivators.
For now, the inquiry remains in progress. The Alibaug tehsildar has been asked to submit a detailed report on the transaction. Based on the findings, authorities will determine whether the sale is valid or requires corrective action. Until then, the property remains under review, with no final decision announced.
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