From Survey Numbers to CTS: How Maharashtra’s Urban Areas Are Transforming Land Records

By Dr. Danish Lambe

Introduction

Land records are the backbone of property ownership, urban planning, and revenue generation. In Maharashtra, the transition from traditional Survey Numbers (Gat No.) to City Survey Numbers (CTS) has been a game-changer for urban governance. While Mumbai and its neighboring regions like Thane, Navi Mumbai, and Mira-Bhayandar have successfully adopted the CTS system, many smaller Nagar Palikas (Municipal Councils) still struggle with outdated land records.… Read More