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Meghalaya Govt Grants Land Titles to Indigenous Settlers in Tura
✍️ The Meghalayan Express
🗓 31 Jul 2026, 06:10 AM
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The Meghalaya government has handed over land papers to indigenous settlers in the town of Tura, marking a significant step toward securing legal ownership for local communities.
The Meghalaya government has distributed land titles to indigenous settlers in Tura, a town in the West Garo Hills district. The handover was carried out by officials from the state’s land administration department, who presented the official documents to the settlers.
The move is part of a broader land reform initiative aimed at formalizing tenure for indigenous communities across the state. By securing legal ownership, the settlers will be better positioned to access credit, develop infrastructure, and protect their property rights.
Local residents welcomed the decision, noting that the official land papers will help them secure loans and improve living conditions in the area. The distribution was covered by The Meghalayan Express, highlighting the significance of the event for the community.
The move is part of a broader land reform initiative aimed at formalizing tenure for indigenous communities across the state. By securing legal ownership, the settlers will be better positioned to access credit, develop infrastructure, and protect their property rights.
Local residents welcomed the decision, noting that the official land papers will help them secure loans and improve living conditions in the area. The distribution was covered by The Meghalayan Express, highlighting the significance of the event for the community.