HALDWANI VIOLENCE: WHAT IS NAZOOL LAND
Why in the news?
Violence erupted in Haldwani, Uttarakhand, during a demolition drive at a mosque and madrasa allegedly on Nazool land.
source:asianage
About the Demolition Case:
Nazool Land Dispute in Haldwani:
- Violence erupted in Haldwani, Uttarakhand, during a demolition drive at a mosque and madrasa allegedly on Nazool land.
Reason for the violence:
- Haldwani district administration claims the disputed land is registered as Nagar Nigam’s Nazool land.
- Ongoing demolition drive for Nagar Nigam properties to ease traffic congestion.
Haldwani Land Status:
- Property where demolition occurred registered as Municipal Council’s Nazool land.
- Demolition drive aimed at freeing roads from traffic congestion, as per the district administration.
Understanding Nazool Land:
· Owned by the government but often leased to entities for fixed periods (15-99 years). · Lease renewal or cancellation is managed by the Revenue Department. Historical Background: · Originated during British rule when lands taken from opposing kings were designated as Nazool land. · After Independence, these lands were marked for state ownership due to lack of proper documentation by royals. Usage and Governance: · Utilized for public purposes like schools, hospitals, and housing societies. · Governed by state-specific rules and laws, with the Nazool Lands (Transfer) Rules, 1956 being widely used.
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