Haryana CM orders drive to clear pending land demarcation cases promptly

CM flags delays hurting citizens, asks HSIIDC, HUDA to prioritise tatima cases and improve grievance redressal efficiency.

Published on: Apr 7, 2026, 07:15:34 IST

By Leena Dhankhar

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Haryana chief minister Nayab Singh Saini on Monday directed officials to launch a special statewide campaign for the speedy disposal of pending tatima (land demarcation) cases, saying delays are inconveniencing citizens and affecting administrative efficiency.

CM Saini addressing locals’ grievances during the redressal meeting at John Hall, in Gurugram on Monday. (HT Photo)

Chairing the district public relations and grievance redressal committee meeting in Gurugram, Saini instructed officials of the Haryana State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation and Haryana Urban Development Authority to prioritise such cases. “Delays in tatima-related matters compel citizens to make repeated visits to government offices, lead to unnecessary disputes and litigation, and adversely affect administrative functioning. A planned special campaign must be undertaken to resolve these cases on priority,” he said.

A total of 15 complaints were taken up during the meeting, of which 11 were resolved on the spot. The remaining four were kept pending, with directions to submit detailed status reports in the next meeting.

“Wherever any issue comes to our notice or a citizen approaches directly with a complaint, it should be addressed on priority and resolved effectively at the earliest. “The objective of the administration should not merely be to take action but to provide relief to people and ensure timely resolution of their issues,” Saini told officials.

The chief minister also reviewed civic infrastructure and sanitation concerns in the city, directing officials to undertake planned beautification and cleanliness drives at Rezang La Chowk and Shaheed Lieutenant Atul Kataria Chowk. He further ordered redesign and upgradation of the Rezang La Memorial. “These important public spaces should be clean, well-maintained and aesthetically developed. Proper planning, greenery and regular sanitation systems must be ensured to create a pleasant environment for citizens,” he said.

Taking up a complaint from Daulatabad village regarding encroachment on an agricultural pathway, Saini directed immediate removal of the obstruction allegedly caused by private builders and restoration of access. He also ordered additional space on both sides to be cleared. “Encroachment on public pathways cannot be tolerated under any circumstances. Immediate and strict action must be taken to restore such access,” he said.

Responding to concerns raised by the Resident Welfare Association of Sector 10 over frequent sewer overflow, he directed officials to prepare a detailed proposal for a modern sewerage system and ensure interim measures such as regular cleaning, pumping and improved drainage management. “Residents should not suffer due to basic infrastructure issues. Immediate relief and long-term solutions must go hand in hand,” he said.

Senior officials present included Gurugram mayor Raj Rani Malhotra, principal advisor (urban development) DS Dhesi, GMDA CEO PC Meena, deputy commissioner Ajay Kumar, industries and commerce minister Rao Narbir Singh, and MLAs Bimla Chaudhary, Tejpal Tanwar and Mukesh Sharma.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Leena Dhankhar
Leena Dhankhar is Senior Editor and Bureau Chief, Gurugram, at Hindustan Times, where she has spent over 17 years chronicling the transformation of one of India's fastest-growing urban regions. From starting her career as a crime reporter to leading the Gurugram bureau, her journalism has been defined by investigative reporting, in-depth storytelling and an unwavering focus on public interest. Over nearly two decades, she has reported extensively across crime, politics, civic governance, elections, real estate, environment, courts, sports, education and entertainment, covering Gurugram, Faridabad, Nuh and Palwal. Her reporting has exposed several major scams and systemic failures, including insurance frauds, waste management irregularities, illegal arms manufacturing units in Nuh, illegal mining in the Aravallis, organised crime networks and governance lapses affecting millions of residents. Known for her investigative work and exclusive stories, Leena has reported on high-impact national issues, including the Nicaragua charter flight carrying Indian migrants that was turned back amid allegations of human trafficking, exposing the growing network of illegal immigration rackets. Her work has also focused on gang wars, prison administration, juvenile crime, women and child protection systems, the functioning of the Juvenile Justice Board and Child Welfare Committee, and environmental challenges such as pollution, waterlogging and deteriorating civic infrastructure. Beyond hard news, Leena has extensively documented Haryana's rich heritage, forests and wildlife, bringing attention to the state's historical landmarks, biodiversity, conservation efforts and ecological challenges through immersive reportage and feature writing. Her journalism has consistently gone beyond breaking news. She has documented Gurugram's rapid urbanisation through long-form narratives and enterprise reporting on issues ranging from pothole-ridden roads, flooding and waste management to the changing social fabric of India's Millennium City. She also writes widely read feature columns, including The Outsider, Changemaker, and Concern for Gurugram, profiling people, places and ideas shaping the city's identity. Leena is the author of Gurugram School Murder, published by Juggernaut Books, a deeply reported account of one of India's most high-profile school murder investigations. She is currently working on her second book, an investigative work exploring some of India's most significant scams and fraud investigations. Beyond print journalism, she has expanded her storytelling through public speaking and digital media. She is a TEDx speaker and has produced podcasts exploring Gurugram's transformation, civic challenges and untold stories. Her work reflects a commitment to narrative journalism that combines rigorous reporting with compelling storytelling. A law graduate with an MBA in Human Resources, Leena brings a multidisciplinary perspective to her reporting, particularly on governance, public policy and legal affairs. She has travelled extensively across India to pursue investigative assignments, often reporting from remote locations and conflict-prone areas in search of stories that matter.Read More

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