Telangana government reviews strong measures to protect Housing Board lands, address lease violations, rental arrears, and pending court cases, with a cabinet decision expected.

Hyderabad: The Telangana government has moved to tighten protection of Housing Board properties, with senior officials reviewing strategies to prevent encroachments and streamline land management. A high-level meeting at the Secretariat focused on ensuring that Housing Board lands remain secure, with clear instructions that no portion of public land should be lost.

Officials reviewed long-pending issues related to leases, rentals, agreements, and court disputes. Authorities were asked to draw up a structured plan that balances land protection with orderly regularisation of eligible leases and commercial properties. Institutions that failed to renew agreements will be issued notices, giving them a final window to comply with rules.

Concerns were also raised over large rental arrears due to the non-enforcement of annual lease renewals. Options such as selling shops at market value to existing occupants or auctioning unsuitable properties were discussed. Separate legal support will be appointed to strengthen the government’s case in ongoing land disputes.

With urban land values rising sharply, safeguarding Housing Board assets has become critical for public finances and planned development. Clear enforcement of lease norms could improve revenue flows while reducing prolonged litigation. For citizens, transparent policies on regularisation and registration may help resolve decades-old uncertainties surrounding housing plots.