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Delhi Launches ‘Bhu-Aadhaar’ To Give Every Land Parcel a 14-Digit ID

A phased rollout will use Survey of India drone imagery to create geo-referenced records that curb disputes.

Overview

  • Chief Minister Rekha Gupta unveiled the Unique Land Parcel Identification Number to provide a single, verifiable digital identity for each plot and to deter boundary conflicts and fraud.
  • The IT Branch of the Revenue Department will lead implementation with technical support from the Survey of India.
  • Approximately 2 TB of high-resolution geospatial data and drone-based Ortho Rectified Images are being sourced to map all areas, including 48 villages already covered under the SVAMITVA scheme.
  • A pilot in Tilangpur Kotla (West Delhi) produced 274 ULPIN records, confirming operational readiness for broader deployment.
  • An initial allocation of about ₹1.32 crore has been provided, with expansion planned under a standard operating procedure, though specific public timelines have not been detailed.