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Gaya Land Registry Stalled for Two Days as Deed Writers Protest Paperless System
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bihar
🗓 19 Aug 2026, 07:47 PM
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In Gaya, the land registry has been shut for two days after deed writers refused to cooperate with the newly introduced paperless registration system, citing technical glitches.
Bihar has rolled out a new paperless land registration system aimed at speeding up property transactions. However, in the city of Gaya, the registry office has been closed for two days following a protest by deed writers.
The writers, who are responsible for preparing and recording property deeds, cited technical problems with the digital platform and refused to process any registrations. Their stance has halted all land transactions in the area.
Buyers and sellers are now facing delays, with many waiting weeks to finalize property deals. Local officials have urged the writers to cooperate and have promised to investigate the reported glitches.
The incident highlights challenges in implementing digital reforms at the grassroots level and underscores the need for robust technical support and training for frontline staff.
The writers, who are responsible for preparing and recording property deeds, cited technical problems with the digital platform and refused to process any registrations. Their stance has halted all land transactions in the area.
Buyers and sellers are now facing delays, with many waiting weeks to finalize property deals. Local officials have urged the writers to cooperate and have promised to investigate the reported glitches.
The incident highlights challenges in implementing digital reforms at the grassroots level and underscores the need for robust technical support and training for frontline staff.