GMADA Public Notice
Public notice regarding missing file of Industrial Plot no B-30 Phase 3 SAS Nagar.
Overview
GMADA has prepared forms for landowners whose land has been acquired for the Eco City-3 scheme in New Chandigarh. The forms relate to the Land Pooling Policies dated 21.11.2025 and 05.01.2021 and are intended to record the landowner's consent regarding the benefits available under the applicable policy. The document includes forms for selecting land pooling benefits, making a declaration, and claiming cash compensation for the remaining acquired land where applicable.
What Choice Can a Landowner Make?
The main consent form allows a landowner to indicate the portion of acquired land for which they wish to take land pooling benefits, while the remaining portion may be taken as cash compensation according to the award. The form also provides space for the landowner's total eligible residential and commercial area under the applicable land pooling policy.
Residential and Commercial Plot Options
The form provides options for different plot sizes.
Residential Plots
The residential plot sizes listed in the form are:
- 500 square yards
- 300 square yards
- 200 square yards
- 150 square yards
- 100 square yards
Commercial Plots
The commercial options listed are:
- 200 square yards
- 100 square yards
- 60 square yards
- 25 square yards
The applicable combination depends on the landowner's eligible land and the relevant provisions of the land pooling policy.
How Plot Options Are Linked to Land Area
The document provides different combinations of residential and commercial plots for different amounts of acquired land. For example, the listed combinations cover land holdings of 1 Kanal, 2 Kanals, 4 Kanals and 8 Kanals, with different plot-size combinations depending on the applicable category. The form also notes that, where applicable, landowners may choose the size of plots from the available options according to the policy.
Declaration by the Landowner
A separate self-declaration form is included. Through this declaration, the landowner confirms details such as:
- Their identity and address.
- Details of the village, Khewat/Khatauni and Khasra numbers.
- The area of land acquired.
- Award number and date.
- The land details recorded in the relevant acquisition notices.
- Their consent to receive the applicable land pooling benefit or cash compensation.
The declaration also contains statements concerning ownership and the status of the land.
Conditions Related to Cash Compensation
The declaration states that, where cash compensation is being claimed, the landowner confirms that there is no pending court case or dispute relating to that land and that the land is free from encumbrances, as stated in the form. The document further provides that if any discrepancy or incorrect information is subsequently found, the landowner or legal heirs may be required to return the cash compensation received along with interest according to the conditions mentioned in the declaration.
Separate Form for Cash Compensation
The document also contains a payment form for claiming cash compensation for acquired land under the Eco City-3 scheme. The landowner has to provide details including:
- Name and father's/husband's name.
- Village and land records.
- Khewat/Khatauni and Khasra numbers.
- Total land area and share.
- Award number and date.
- Amount of compensation claimed.
- Bank and identification details.
The form records the landowner's consent to receive the cash compensation amount according to the applicable award.
Documents Required
The forms mention supporting documents such as:
- A seven-day-old attested Jamabandi.
- Identity proof.
- A self-attested copy of an identification document such as Aadhaar Card or PAN Card.
- A self-attested photograph.
The documents are to be submitted along with the relevant form as required.
Verification by Revenue Officials
The final portion of the document is for official use. Revenue officials are required to verify the land records, ownership details, identity documents and relevant entries in the acquisition registers. The document also provides for verification of the compensation amount and preparation of the payment through the prescribed process.
Why This Document Matters
For landowners affected by the Eco City-3 land acquisition, this document is important because it provides a formal way to record their choice regarding land pooling benefits and cash compensation. It also sets out the information and supporting documents required for processing the selected benefit.
Geography
Industrial Plot no B-30 is situated in Phase 3 of SAS Nagar, part of Mohali’s industrial expansion zone. This sector is integrated within the broader industrial belt of SAS Nagar, characterized by organized road networks and designated industrial areas. The region’s infrastructure allows for easy access to major highways and supports logistics and manufacturing activities. The affected plot is close to sectors 59, 60, 62, and 54, which form part of this industrial corridor contributing to the local economy.
History and Development
SAS Nagar was planned in the early 2000s as a satellite city to Chandigarh, to accommodate Punjab’s urban and industrial growth. GMADA developed a comprehensive master plan that allocated land in various sectors like 3, 54, 59, 60, and 62. Maintaining accurate land records has been essential for property transactions and legal validation. Since late 2025, a series of notices have indicated missing files for multiple plots, including Plot no B-30, Sector 60 (Plot no 1758), Sector 59 (Plot no 447), Sector 62 (Plot no 2542), and Sector 54 (Plot no 236). These notices suggest systemic record-keeping lapses, possibly due to administrative issues, rapid urbanization, or outdated procedures.
Significance
The missing file for Plot no B-30 highlights vulnerabilities in GMADA’s land record system. Incomplete records can delay property transactions, complicate redevelopment, and cause land dispute uncertainties. Reliable documentation is key for transparency and confidence among investors and buyers. For GMADA and urban planners, these gaps hinder effective land management and future expansion. Addressing record deficiencies through technological upgrades and procedural reforms is vital to support sustainable growth and restore public trust in land administration.
Practical Details
- Notice Date : September 25, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What action is expected due to the missing file? The notice does not specify immediate remedies but indicates that the land record for Plot no B-30 is incomplete, which could delay related transactions or approvals.
- Is there a plan to recover or restore the missing record? GMADA has not announced specific steps or a timeline for recovering or digitally reconstructing the missing file.
- Why are multiple records missing in SAS Nagar? The recurring notices expose systemic issues in GMADA’s land record management, likely caused by administrative limitations, outdated procedures, or procedural lapses that require urgent reform to improve transparency, data security, and record accuracy.