We have received reports that NRIs living in USA, UK and other countries have been cheated of the ancestral land which they have entrusted to their relatives.  Most of these cases involve fradulent transfers of ownership title.
In most cases, the authorities were not able to assist and the judicial route often provides little relief.  Some have even lost their lives in claiming back what is rightfully and lawfully theirs.

NRIs left India in search of better livelihood and most of them have contributed tremendously towards their relatives in India and have been great contributors to the economy of India through remittances and all sorts of assistance. The contribution and sacrifices of the NRIs have been increased substantially through investments and development of the IT industry.

The value of their land in India is of sentimental value and not in terms monetary value. It is unfair to mistreat the NRIs in this manner.
The authorities have to do something about this matter to restore ownership to the rightful owners.

We welcome any suggestion from the local police in Punjab
or any other law enforcement agencies
because some of these cases have clear criminal implications.

If anyone is able to provide assstance to those people affected, please be kind to contact us.

Links:
Ministry of Rural Development - Government of India
Administration and Updating of Land Records
Punjab Government Online Services - Punjabseva
Land Record Reforms
E-Patwari
How secure is your property - A Punjabi experience

If anyone in India is capable
of restoring fraudulent land transers
to the original overseas owners -
We welcome your comments here

Last updated June 2005
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