Inclusive Technological Driven Land Governance and SVAMITVA (Survey of Villages and Mapping with Advanced Technology in Rural Areas) Scheme: A Geographical Study of Haryana

Abstract

The SVAMITVA (Survey of Villages and Mapping with Advanced Technology in Rural Areas) Scheme, launched by the Government of India, is a transformational and remarkable land governance scheme designed to modernize land records and improve property rights in rural areas. In the context of Haryana, this initiative has played a key role in revolutionizing land administration and governance, resolving long-standing problems related to land ownership and management in the state’s predominantly agricultural economy. The fundamental question studied in the research paper is how, with accurate land records, the administration can better plan and implement infrastructure development, agricultural support, and social welfare initiatives. This study encourages a dynamic academic exploration. The study reveals that SVAMITVA has significantly improved land governance in Haryana. Drone mapping has clarified property boundaries, reduced land disputes and enhanced transparency. Property owners have easier access to land records, increasing the security of tenure and facilitating credit access. However, the study also identifies challenges in implementation, including delays in technology adoption and a lack of digital literacy among villagers. The scheme has positively impacted rural land governance by promoting formal land ownership, reducing conflicts, and improving access to financial services. However, a greater focus on capacity building and technological infrastructure is necessary to ensure long-term sustainability and inclusivity.