DDA’s Notice to Re-Acquire 123 Disputed Land Plots in South Delhi

• DDA’s Notice to Re-Acquire 123 Disputed Land Plots covers multiple South Delhi villages

• Action follows Supreme Court rulings under Section 24(2) of the 2013 Act

• Public advised not to buy or sell plots under re-acquisition process

DDA’s Notice to Re-Acquire 123 Disputed Land Plots has been officially issued across several villages in South Delhi. The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) said the move follows recent Supreme Court rulings in a series of land acquisition cases and aims to prevent unsuspecting buyers from entering into disputed property deals.

According to officials, the re-acquisition process is being carried out under Section 24(2) of the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013. The Supreme Court recently delivered judgments in multiple batches of cases concerning land originally acquired by DDA, particularly clarifying the applicability of Section 24(2) in matters decided after May 17, 2024.

Following these rulings, the competent authority reviewed pending cases and recommended re-acquisition of 123 land parcels. In contrast, the authority decided not to proceed in 25 cases after evaluation.

Villages Affected Under DDA’s Notice to Re-Acquire 123 Disputed Land Plots

The disputed plots are located across several prominent South Delhi villages, including:

• Palam

• Lado Sarai

• Jasola

• Neb Sarai

• Maidan Garhi

• Chattarpur

• Satbari

• Mehrauli

• Tughlakabad

• Kilokri

• Najafgarh

• Tikri Kalan

• Prahladpur Bangar

• Samaypur

• Mahipalpur

• Pitampura

• Naraina

• Karala

• Begumpur

DDA has uploaded detailed information on its official website, including village-wise khasra numbers and case disposal dates, to ensure transparency and public awareness.

Background of the Dispute

Officials stated that the parcels were originally acquired in 1980 for planned development across 13 villages. While compensation was paid at the time, several landowners challenged the acquisition, resulting in prolonged legal battles.

The Supreme Court later clarified that DDA retains the authority to re-acquire the land if required for public purposes. In compliance with these directions, DDA’s Notice to Re-Acquire 123 Disputed Land Plots now formally initiates fresh proceedings.

Advisory for Property Buyers

DDA has issued a strict caution to the public. Authorities emphasized that these parcels legally belong to DDA and are currently under re-acquisition proceedings.

“Citizens are strongly advised not to enter into any sale or purchase transactions related to these land parcels,” a DDA official said.

For prospective buyers and investors, this development serves as a critical reminder to conduct thorough due diligence before purchasing land, especially in areas with prior acquisition history.

The DDA’s Notice to Re-Acquire 123 Disputed Land Plots underscores the importance of verifying legal clearances, court rulings, and land records before finalizing property transactions in Delhi.

Also Read: Abhishek Bachchan sells luxury duplex apartment in Mumbai for ₹14.5 crore

Also Read: Century Real Estate Partners with Bengaluru FC in Major ISL Sponsorship Move