Patna: All pending land survey applications in Bihar will be cleared by January 31 under a special campaign announced by chief minister Nitish Kumar, who has also invited public suggestions on improving the process.
In a post on X, CM Nitish said the state government would launch a focused drive to dispose of all outstanding survey applications by January 31, 2026. From April 1, he added, surveys of undisputed land would be completed within seven working days of the applicant depositing the prescribed fee.
आप सभी को पता है कि 20 नवंबर 2025 को राज्य में नई सरकार के गठन के कुछ ही दिनों बाद हमलोगों ने बिहार को देश के सर्वाधिक विकसित राज्यों की श्रेणी में शामिल करने हेतु सात निश्चय-3 के कार्यक्रमों को लागू किया है। सात निश्चय-3 (2025-30) के सातवें निश्चय ‘सबका सम्मान-जीवन आसान‘ (Ease… pic.twitter.com/mLEpjTYQFZ
— Nitish Kumar (@NitishKumar) January 20, 2026
Surveys involving disputed land will take slightly longer, with a maximum timeframe of 11 working days after the fee is paid, according to the chief minister.
He said surveyors would be required to upload their reports on the designated online portal within 14 days of the application date, once the survey process is completed. The revenue and land reforms department will ensure adequate staffing, resources and close supervision to meet the stipulated deadlines, he said.
The chief minister also sought feedback from the public on the new system. Citizens wishing to offer suggestions have been asked to submit them by January 25.
Land surveys and related disputes have long been a sensitive administrative issue in Bihar, with delays often leading to legal complications and public grievances. The government has said the new timelines are aimed at improving efficiency and transparency in land administration.
