The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has released a public notice indicating its intention to re-acquire 123 land parcels situated in various villages of south Delhi, in compliance with recent directives from the Supreme Court regarding multiple land acquisition cases.
Officials have stated that this action aims to safeguard potential buyers from being misled into acquiring plots that are currently embroiled in legal disputes. The notice, issued by the DDA’s land management department, specified that the re-acquisition process is being conducted in accordance with Section 24(2) of the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013.
The Supreme Court has rendered judgments in several batches of cases related to land acquisition, particularly concerning the applicability of Section 24(2) of the 2013 Act in matters pertaining to DDA and other cases adjudicated after May 17, 2024, the notice elaborated. “In light of these rulings, the competent authority has reviewed the cases and has recommended the re-acquisition of 123 parcels, while opting not to proceed with 25 cases,” it further stated.
DDA has made the details of these cases available on its official website for public viewing. The villages affected by this decision include Palam, Lado Sarai, Jasola, Neb Sarai, Maidan Garhi, Chattarpur, Satbari, Mehrauli, Tughlakabad, Kilokri, Najafgarh, Tikri Kalan, Prahladpur Bangar, Samaypur, Mahipalpur, Pitampura, Naraina, Karala, and Begumpur, among others.
Officials have noted that these parcels were initially acquired by DDA in 1980 for the purpose of planned development across 13 villages. Compensation was disbursed at that time; however, numerous landowners contested the acquisition, resulting in extended litigation. The Supreme Court subsequently determined that DDA may re-acquire the land if it is deemed necessary for public purposes.
In accordance with the directives issued by the court, the DDA will commence the re-acquisition of the 123 parcels. Officials have stated that these land parcels are essential for both ongoing and future development initiatives. “For the convenience of the public, we have made available village-wise information, which includes khasra numbers and case disposal dates,” remarked a DDA official.
The authority has also warned citizens to refrain from participating in any land transactions concerning these sites. “These parcels are owned by the DDA and are currently undergoing re-acquisition proceedings. Individuals are advised against entering into any sale or purchase agreements,” the official further stated.
