Chief minister M K Stalin on Wednesday launched a software application for the Directorate of Survey and Settlement that automatically subdivides and transfers ‘pattas’ in the names of those who buy plots in approved layouts.
An official release said that so far separate applications had to be made for sub-divisions when plots are purchased in approved layouts.
The land surveyors visit separately to measure and sub-divide the plots. Approximately, 1.5 lakh applications are received every month seeking sub-divisions and there is a huge delay in transferring pattas for sub-divisions.
“With this new software, all plots in the approved layouts will be sub-divided and patta will be issued in the name of the individual owners. Pattas will be automatically transferred in the name of the buyer minutes after the lands are purchased through registration. Public need not apply separately for patta transfer or visit the tahsildar office,” the release said.