The Government of Andhra Pradesh has officially launched the Capital Region Land Pooling Scheme (Formulation and Implementation) Rules, 2025, through G.O.Ms.No.118. Aimed at accelerating planned development in the Andhra Pradesh Capital Region, the scheme enables landowners to voluntarily contribute land for infrastructure projects in exchange for developed plots and financial compensation.
The scheme, implemented by the Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA), will apply to the entire Capital Region except for the designated Capital City Area, which continues to follow the 2015 rules.
Key Features of the Scheme :
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Voluntary Participation: Landowners can join the scheme by submitting a consent form.
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Verification Process: Identity and land ownership are verified through Aadhaar and official records.
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Land Pooling Ownership Certificate (LPOC): Issued as proof of ownership for the reconstituted plot.
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Digital Access: LPOC will be made available online and is legally valid without needing separate registration or stamp duty.
Compensation Structure for Landowners :
Under the scheme, landowners who surrender land voluntarily will receive a mix of developed residential and commercial plots along with annual annuity payments, based on the category and type of land:
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For Dry Land (per acre):
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1000 square yards of residential land.
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250 square yards of commercial land.
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₹30,000 as annual annuity, with an annual increase of ₹3,000.
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For Wet Land / Jareebu Land (per acre):
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1000 square yards of residential land.
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450 square yards of commercial land.
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₹50,000 as annual annuity, with an annual increase of ₹5,000.
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For Garden Lands (e.g., lime, guava, sapota orchards):
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A one-time additional compensation of ₹1,00,000.
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Additionally, if the reconstituted plot is slightly smaller than the entitlement, the remaining area will be compensated through a Transferable Development Right (TDR) Certificate.
Additional Benefits for Landowners and Locals :
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₹5,000/month pension for landless poor families (for 10 years).
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Farm loan waiver up to ₹1.5 lakh per family.
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Free education and healthcare for residents in affected areas.
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Subsidized meals through Anna canteens.
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Free housing support for those losing homes to development.
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Employment opportunities via use of local tractors and construction equipment.
Government Infrastructure Commitments :
The government will ensure full development of the reconstituted plots with:
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Roads, drainage, water supply, sewerage systems.
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Street lighting, rainwater harvesting, parks, and playgrounds.
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Public services like schools, healthcare, and community facilities.
LPOC will be issued within 9 months, and physical plots handed over within 12 months. All infrastructure will be developed within 3 years.
Areas Not Included in the Scheme :
Some specific areas and land types are excluded:
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Grama Kantam (village core areas) and weaker section colonies.
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Religious sites, burial grounds, and structures in extended village areas.
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Already approved or regularized layouts.
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Unauthorized layouts (registered before rule date) may get up to 65% of their plotted area, with a 500 sq. yd cap.
Transparent Legal Process :
The scheme follows a structured 3-step process:
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Declaration of Intention
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Draft Notification with public consultation
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Final Scheme Notification
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Landowners can file objections/suggestions at each stage.
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Allotments will be done through a lottery system to ensure fairness.
Role of CRDA and Execution :
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CRDA can revise layouts, realign roads, and partner with developers.
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It is responsible for development, infrastructure delivery, and long-term maintenance.
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Any legal disputes over land titles will be kept aside until resolved by courts; only confirmed owners will receive plots.
This initiative represents a significant step toward inclusive urban development, offering landowners a fair deal while helping build a world-class capital region.